Energy Performance Certificate
Chestnut Court, 851, Yardley Wood Road
B14 4BL
BIRMINGHAM
Current
C
80
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B14 4BL. The property offers 54.8mยฒ (590 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ277, comprising ยฃ138 for heating, ยฃ110 for hot water, and ยฃ29 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Chestnut Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ277 are approximately ยฃ1523 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 54.8mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ465/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 31 Oct 2008
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Property Information
Full Address
Chestnut Court
851, Yardley Wood Road
B14 4BL
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
54.8 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 81
COโ Emissions
1.9 tonnes/year
34 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
229 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
31 Oct 2008
marketed sale
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ604 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B14 postcode district contains over 13800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
ยฃ138/yr
Save ยฃ11/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ110/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ29/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, with internal insulation
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To external air, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kings Heath Boys
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Highters Heath Community School
PrimaryBillesley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Grendon Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Christ Church, Church of England Secondary Academy
SecondaryOur Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2014
Yardley Wood Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 165 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.