Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 8, Birches House
B97 4LR
REDDITCH
Current
D
66
Potential
D
66
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in REDDITCH, B97 4LR. The property offers 60m² (646 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1320, comprising £906 for heating, £328 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 8 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this REDDITCH property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1320 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 60m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 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 B97 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs REDDITCH
vs B97
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £650/year more than the REDDITCH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 9 Aug 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 8
Birches House
245 Birchfield Road
B97 4LR
REDDITCH
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
60.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 66
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
236 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
9 Aug 2024
marketed sale
About REDDITCH
REDDITCH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in REDDITCH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £236 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B97 postcode district contains over 11700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
£906.0/yr
Hot Water
£328.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£86.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Webheath Academy Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Luke's CofE First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
The Vaynor First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Batchley First and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Holyoakes Field First School
PrimaryCrabbs Cross Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 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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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.