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Flat 29, Ridgeway Court

B6 6HR

BIRMINGHAM

Current

B

81

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B6 6HR. The property offers 29m² (312 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £405, comprising £153 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 29 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £405 are approximately £1395 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 29m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 B6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs B6

This property81
Average57
+42% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £337/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Jan 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 29

Ridgeway Court

Bevington Road

B6 6HR

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

29.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

51 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

301 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Jan 2023

marketed sale

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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 £589 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B6 postcode district contains over 5500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£153/yr

Save £28/yr

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Hot Water

£208/yr

Save £23/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£44/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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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 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mansfield Green E-ACT Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB6 5NH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Outstanding

Prince Albert Junior and Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB6 5NH
?Not yet rated

King Edward VI Aston School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB6 6DJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Outstanding

Yew Tree Community Junior and Infant School (NC)

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB6 6RX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Birchfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB6 6AJ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Broadway Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayB20 3DP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Aston Tower Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB6 5BE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Sacred Heart Catholic School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB20 3AE

Last inspected: Oct 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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 Crime617 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

289 incidents (47%)

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Criminal damage

54 incidents (9%)

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Public order

44 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

43 incidents (7%)

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Drugs

37 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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