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Flat 7, Boundary House

B5 7QL

BIRMINGHAM

Current

D

63

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B5 7QL. The property offers 74mยฒ (797 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). 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 ยฃ1888, comprising ยฃ1330 for heating, ยฃ493 for hot water, and ยฃ65 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 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 7 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1888 are close to the UK average. CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 B5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property63
Average60
+5% better
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vs B5

This property63
Average71
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ1146/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(63 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 7

Boundary House

Hollies Croft

B5 7QL

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Not Recorded

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

74.0 mยฒ

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

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Efficiency Score

63 / 100

Potential: 72

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

18 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

200 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

22 Sept 2025

rental

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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). Heating costs are ยฃ588 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B5 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ1330.0/yr

Save ยฃ639/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ493.0/yr

Save ยฃ287/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ65.0/yr

Save ยฃ9/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average
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Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oasis Academy Woodview

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขB15 2HU

Last inspected: Sept 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Heath Mount Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขB12 9SR
?Not yet rated

St John and Monica Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขB13 8DW

Last inspected: Jun 2018

โœ“Good

Percy Shurmer Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขB12 9ED

Last inspected: May 2023

โญOutstanding

Ark Tindal Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขB12 9QS

Last inspected: Jun 2018

โœ“Good

Park Hill Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขB13 8BB

Last inspected: Apr 2019

โœ“Good

Ark St Alban's Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขB12 0YH

Last inspected: Nov 2021

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Chandos Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขB12 0YN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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.

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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.

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