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Flat A, 281 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath

B14 7NE

Birmingham

Current

D

67

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in Birmingham , B14 7NE. The property offers 24mยฒ (258 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 ยฃ490, comprising ยฃ371 for heating, ยฃ91 for hot water, and ยฃ28 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 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 A, 281 Vicarage Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this Birmingham property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ490 are approximately ยฃ1310 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 24mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 B14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
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vs Birmingham

This property67
Average71
-6% below
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vs B14

This property67
Average55
+22% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ68/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(67 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 29 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat A, 281 Vicarage Road

Kings Heath

B14 7NE

Birmingham

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

24.0 mยฒ

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

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Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 74

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

90 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

525 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

29 Oct 2020

rental

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About Birmingham

Birmingham is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in Birmingham have an average EPC rating of C (score 71/100). The B14 postcode district contains over 13800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Birmingham area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

ยฃ371/yr

Save ยฃ151/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ91/yr

Save ยฃ27/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ28/yr

Save ยฃ3/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises 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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Colmore Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขB14 6AJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

Colmore Infant and Nursery School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขB14 6AJ

Last inspected: Oct 2011

โญOutstanding

King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขB14 7QJ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

โญOutstanding

King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขB14 7QJ
?Not yet rated

Allens Croft Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขB14 6RP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

โœ“Good

Woodthorpe Junior and Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขB14 6ET

Last inspected: Feb 2012

โญOutstanding

Stirchley Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขB30 2JL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

โœ“Good

Moor Green Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขB13 8QP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

โญOutstanding

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: 474 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:474 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:190 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 Crime398 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

148 incidents (37%)

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Shoplifting

62 incidents (16%)

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Vehicle crime

47 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

35 incidents (9%)

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Public order

31 incidents (8%)

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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