Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 23, College House
B8 3TE
BIRMINGHAM
Current
B
85
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B8 3TE. The property offers 17m² (183 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £189, comprising £81 for heating, £85 for hot water, and £23 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 23 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £189 are approximately £1611 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 17m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.3 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 B8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £553/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 23 Feb 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 23
College House
Bridge Road
B8 3TE
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
17.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
0.3 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
98 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Feb 2022
rental
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 £661 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B8 postcode district contains over 10500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£81.0/yr
Save £25/yr
Hot Water
£85.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£23.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Rosary Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Parkfield Community School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Shaw Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bordesley Green Girls' School & Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Adderley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Birmingham East
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Rockwood Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Nansen Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 333 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.