Energy Performance Certificate
Chestnut Court, 873 Yardley Wood Road
B14 4BL
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
68
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B14 4BL. The property offers 62mยฒ (667 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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 ยฃ1379, comprising ยฃ976 for heating, ยฃ277 for hot water, and ยฃ126 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Chestnut Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At ยฃ1379 per year, energy costs are below the national average of ยฃ1800. At 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
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 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ637/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Mar 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Chestnut Court
873 Yardley Wood Road
B14 4BL
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
62.0 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 74
COโ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
66 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
392 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
3 Mar 2023
rental
About BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in BIRMINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are ยฃ234 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B14 postcode district contains over 13800 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
ยฃ976/yr
Save ยฃ246/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ277/yr
Save ยฃ41/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ126/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
To unheated space, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
109 incidents (42%)
Vehicle crime
34 incidents (13%)
Shoplifting
23 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
20 incidents (8%)
Public order
19 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.