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Flat 14, Ward End House

B8 2HE

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

61

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 2HE. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1334, comprising £833 for heating, £426 for hot water, and £75 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 Flat 14 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1334 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². 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 B8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs B8

This property61
Average54
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £592/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Apr 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 14

Ward End House

496 Washwood Heath Road

B8 2HE

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

59.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

406 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Apr 2025

rental

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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). The B8 postcode district contains over 10500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BIRMINGHAM area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£833.0/yr

Save £190/yr

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Hot Water

£426.0/yr

Save £181/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£75.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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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

Sladefield Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB8 2TJ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Ward End Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB8 2RA

Last inspected: Nov 2012

Outstanding

Rockwood Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Nansen Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 3HG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Leigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 2YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Thornton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB8 2LQ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Highfield Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3QF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB8 3DT

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Outstanding

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime478 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

215 incidents (45%)

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Criminal damage

42 incidents (9%)

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Vehicle crime

38 incidents (8%)

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Public order

37 incidents (8%)

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Theft

36 incidents (8%)

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.

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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