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Flat 21 James House, Newtown Drive

B19 2UZ

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

68

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B19 2UZ. The property offers 72mยฒ (775 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 (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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 ยฃ726, comprising ยฃ386 for heating, ยฃ252 for hot water, and ยฃ88 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 21 James House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ726 are approximately ยฃ1074 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 3.5 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 B19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs B19

This property68
Average62
+10% better

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: ยฃ16/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 1 Jun 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 21 James House

Newtown Drive

B19 2UZ

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

72.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

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Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 79

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

49 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

288 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

1 Jun 2017

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). Heating costs are ยฃ356 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B19 postcode district contains over 8700 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

ยฃ386.0/yr

Save ยฃ106/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ252.0/yr

Save ยฃ102/yr

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Lighting

44.0% low energy

ยฃ88.0/yr

Save ยฃ31/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Partial double glazing

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 44% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Nishkam High School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขB19 2LF

Last inspected: May 2014

โญOutstanding

St Francis Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขB19 1PH

Last inspected: Jul 2019

โœ“Good

Anglesey Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขB19 1RA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โœ“Good

Brookfields Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขB18 6PU

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

St George's Church of England Academy, Newtown

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขB19 3QY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขB19 3XD

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Lozells Junior and Infant School and Nursery

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขB19 2EP

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Holte School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.6 miles awayโ€ขB19 2EP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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 Crime808 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

357 incidents (44%)

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Vehicle crime

76 incidents (9%)

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Theft

68 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

56 incidents (7%)

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Public order

40 incidents (5%)

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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