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Energy Performance Certificate

Glebe House, Thorpe Constantine

B79 0LL

TAMWORTH

Current

C

72

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in TAMWORTH, B79 0LL. The property offers 258m² (2777 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1729, comprising £1203 for heating, £346 for hot water, and £180 for lighting. The property produces 6.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Glebe House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this TAMWORTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1729 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 258m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B79 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs TAMWORTH

This property72
Average62
+16% better
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vs B79

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1041/year more than the TAMWORTH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Oct 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Glebe House

Thorpe Constantine

B79 0LL

TAMWORTH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

258.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

6.0 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

132 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Oct 2014

assessment for green deal

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About TAMWORTH

TAMWORTH is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in TAMWORTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £515 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B79 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties. Like many TAMWORTH properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1203.0/yr

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Hot Water

£346.0/yr

Save £114/yr

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Lighting

21.0% low energy

£180.0/yr

Save £80/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated at rafters

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 21% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Newton Regis CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayB79 0NL

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Andrew's CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayB79 0AP

Last inspected: Jul 2012

Outstanding

Austrey CofE Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayCV9 3EQ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Landau Forte Academy Greenacres

Primary
📍3 miles awayB77 4AB

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Netherseal St Peter's CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayDE12 8BZ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Anker Valley Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayB79 0FD
?Not yet rated

Florendine Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayB77 3DD

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Leonard's CofE (A) Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayB79 9DX

Last inspected: Jul 2022

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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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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