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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 78, Kendal Tower

B17 0JZ

BIRMINGHAM

Current

C

74

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B17 0JZ. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 £1156, comprising £724 for heating, £303 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 78 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this BIRMINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1156 are approximately £644 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.2 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 B17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs BIRMINGHAM

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs B17

This property74
Average57
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £414/year more than the BIRMINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Sept 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 78

Kendal Tower

Malins Road

B17 0JZ

BIRMINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

61.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

309 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Sept 2023

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The B17 postcode district contains over 10000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£724/yr

Save £180/yr

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Hot Water

£303/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£129/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

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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB17 0DN

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Harborne Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayB17 9LU

Last inspected: Dec 2014

Outstanding

St Peters CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayB17 0BE

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Harborne Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 3JL

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Chad Vale Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayB15 3JU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Water Mill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayB29 6TS

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Tiverton Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayB29 6BW

Last inspected: Mar 2015

Outstanding

Welsh House Farm Community School and Special Needs Resources Base

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayB32 2NG

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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: 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 Crime343 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

122 incidents (36%)

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Shoplifting

59 incidents (17%)

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Vehicle crime

38 incidents (11%)

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Theft

28 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

20 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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