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Flat 110, Ghulab Ashram

B28 8SS

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

77

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B28 8SS. The property offers 46.05m² (496 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), 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%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £323, comprising £179 for heating, £114 for hot water, and £30 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 110 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £323 are approximately £1477 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46.05m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 B28 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs B28

This property77
Average55
+40% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £419/year less 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(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 29 Jul 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 110

Ghulab Ashram

Whisley Brook Lane

B28 8SS

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

46.05

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

281 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

29 Jul 2010

rental (social)

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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 £563 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B28 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£179/yr

Save £22/yr

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Hot Water

£114/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Yorkmead Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB28 8BB

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Yarnfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB11 3PJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Ninestiles, an Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayB27 7QG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Al-Furqan Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB11 3EY

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

The Olive School, Birmingham

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB11 3EY

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Outstanding

Hall Green School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB28 0AA

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Yardleys School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB11 3EY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Hall Green Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB28 9AJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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.

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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.

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