Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 74, Inkerman House
B19 2SQ
BIRMINGHAM
Current
D
63
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B19 2SQ. The property offers 42m² (452 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 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 (74/100). 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 £1482, comprising £1061 for heating, £332 for hot water, and £89 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 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 74 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1482 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 42m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 B19 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BIRMINGHAM
vs B19
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: £740/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Jul 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 74
Inkerman House
Newtown Shopping Centre
B19 2SQ
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
42.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
63 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
375 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jul 2023
rental
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 £319 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B19 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1061/yr
Save £531/yr
Hot Water
£332/yr
Save £95/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
£89/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Chilwell Croft Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Aston Manor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2017
Lozells Junior and Infant School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Holte School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Aston Tower Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Prince Albert Junior and Infant School
PrimaryMansfield Green E-ACT Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
319 incidents (48%)
Vehicle crime
55 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
44 incidents (7%)
Theft
44 incidents (7%)
Public order
41 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.
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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.