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Flat 28 Harcourt House, Lichfield Street

B79 7BL

TAMWORTH

Current

D

67

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in TAMWORTH, B79 7BL. The property offers 49.3m² (531 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). 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 £467, comprising £309 for heating, £115 for hot water, and £43 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 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 28 Harcourt House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this TAMWORTH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £467 are approximately £1333 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 49.3m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 B79 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs TAMWORTH

This property67
Average62
+8% better
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vs B79

This property67
Average61
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £221/year less than the TAMWORTH 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(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Oct 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 28 Harcourt House

Lichfield Street

B79 7BL

TAMWORTH

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

49.3

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

407 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Oct 2010

rental (social)

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About TAMWORTH

TAMWORTH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in TAMWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £379 below the TAMWORTH average, offering good value. The B79 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

£309/yr

Save £29/yr

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Hot Water

£115/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£43/yr

Save £13/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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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 60% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Moorgate Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB79 7EL

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Landau Forte Academy, QEMS

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayB79 8AH

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

William MacGregor Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayB77 2AF

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Flax Hill Junior Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayB79 8QZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Lark Hall Infant & Nursery Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayB79 8EF

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB79 8EN

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Ashcroft Infants' School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayB79 8RU

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Coton Green Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB79 8LX
?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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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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