Energy Performance Certificate
Ground Floor Flat, 68 Station Road
B14 7SR
BIRMINGHAM
Current
E
46
Potential
C
74
๐ Upcoming Regulation Change โ Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
ยฃ709
estimated per year
UK Average
ยฃ1,800
per year
After Improvements
ยฃ400
potential per year
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๐๏ธ BUS Grant
ยฃ7,500
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Check Eligibility โHow to Improve This E-Rated Property to a C
With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C โ saving up to ยฃ368/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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ยฃ768/yr
ยฃ7,680 over 10 years
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ยฃ768/yr
ยฃ7,680 over 10 years
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Cavity Wall Insulation
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Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced flat is located in BIRMINGHAM, B14 7SR. The property offers 33mยฒ (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (46/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 ยฃ709, comprising ยฃ552 for heating, ยฃ118 for hot water, and ยฃ39 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 9 Feb 2013
Building Elements โ Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
๐งฑ Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
๐๏ธ Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
๐ช Windows
Partial double glazing
๐ฆ Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
๐ฅ Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
๐ฟ Hot Water
NaN
๐ก Lighting
20.0% low energy โ Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Ground Floor Flat
68 Station Road
B14 7SR
BIRMINGHAM
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
33.0 mยฒ
2.0 total rooms
COโ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
470 kWh/mยฒ/year
E-Rated Properties in BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement โ particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs โ Current vs Potential
๐ฅ Heating
Room heaters, mains gas
ยฃ552 /yr
Save ยฃ293/yr
๐ฟ Hot Water
ยฃ118 /yr
Save ยฃ58/yr
๐ก Lighting
20.0% low energy
ยฃ39 /yr
Save ยฃ17/yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kings Heath Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Queensbridge School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Bishop Challoner Catholic College
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
King David Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys
SecondaryMoseley Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
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: 482 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.
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