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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 4B, Hermes Close

B20 2DR

Birmingham

Current

D

65

Potential

D

65

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in Birmingham , B20 2DR. The property offers 39m² (420 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. 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 £886, comprising £607 for heating, £229 for hot water, and £50 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very 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 4B Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this Birmingham property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £886 are approximately £914 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 39m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 B20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs Birmingham

This property65
Average71
-8% below
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vs B20

This property65
Average56
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £464/year more than the Birmingham average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

D(65 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 4B

Hermes Close

Handsworth Wood Road

B20 2DR

Birmingham

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

39.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 65

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

286 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Feb 2025

rental

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About Birmingham

Birmingham is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in Birmingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 71/100). The B20 postcode district contains over 10300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£607.0/yr

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Hot Water

£229.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£50.0/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

Boiler and radiators, 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

St Marys C of E Primary and Nursery, Academy, Handsworth

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB20 2RW

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayB20 2NY

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayB20 2HL

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

St Clare's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayB20 3RT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Cherry Orchard Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB20 2LB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Westminster Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB20 3PN

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB20 3LP

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Welford Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB20 2BL

Last inspected: Jul 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 478 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:478 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:191 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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