Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 5, 45, Heroes Drive
B29 6UT
BIRMINGHAM
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B29 6UT. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £267, comprising £163 for heating, £56 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 5 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £267 are approximately £1533 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 B29 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B29
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £475/year less than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Jul 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 5
45, Heroes Drive
B29 6UT
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
2019
Floor Area
48.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
0.8 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
96 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Jul 2021
marketed sale
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 £579 below the BIRMINGHAM average, offering good value. The B29 postcode district contains over 14300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£163.0/yr
Hot Water
£56.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£48.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.27 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Raddlebarn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Tiverton Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2015
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Bournville Village Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Selly Park Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Edward's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The University of Birmingham School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Water Mill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 500 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.