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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 15, Qube

B1 2EL

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

75

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B1 2EL. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 £731, comprising £257 for heating, £415 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 15 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £731 are approximately £1069 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. CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 B1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs B1

This property75
Average70
+7% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £11/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 15

Qube

70 Edward Street

B1 2EL

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

50.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

185 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Feb 2025

rental (private) - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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 £485 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. 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

Room heaters, electric

£257.0/yr

Save £110/yr

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Hot Water

£415.0/yr

Save £185/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£59.0/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

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

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

Nelson Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB1 2PJ

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Jewellery Quarter Academy

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayB1 3AA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St John's & St Peter's CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB16 8RN

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Brookfields Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB18 6PU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

City Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB15 2EF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB19 3QY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB16 9ER

Last inspected: Dec 2022

?Special Measures

St Thomas CofE Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB15 2AT
?Not yet rated

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 Crime1597 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

620 incidents (39%)

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Shoplifting

230 incidents (14%)

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Theft

150 incidents (9%)

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Public order

127 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

95 incidents (6%)

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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