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Energy Performance Certificate

FF3, Cleveland Tower

B1 1UB

Birmingham

Current

C

71

Potential

C

71

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Birmingham, B1 1UB. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £637, comprising £476 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £46 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does FF3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this Birmingham property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £637 are approximately £1163 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 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 B1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs Birmingham

This property71
Average75
-5% below
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vs B1

This property71
Average70
+1% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £246/year more than the Birmingham average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(71 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

FF3

Cleveland Tower

Holloway Head

B1 1UB

Birmingham

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

50.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 71

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

57 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

338 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Oct 2020

new dwelling

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About Birmingham

Birmingham is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in Birmingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 75/100). The B1 postcode district contains over 10100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£476/yr

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Hot Water

£115/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£46/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.89 W/m-¦K

Average
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Roof

(other premises above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.50 W/m-¦K

Poor
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB15 2AY

Last inspected: Jun 2010

Outstanding

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Oasis Academy Woodview

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 2HU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chandos Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB12 0YN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Nelson Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB1 2PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Ark St Alban's Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB12 0YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Birmingham Ormiston Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayB4 7QD

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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.

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