Energy Performance Certificate
Hill Crest, Worcester Lane
B75 5QS
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Current
D
61
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SUTTON COLDFIELD, B75 5QS. The property offers 335mยฒ (3606 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 ยฃ4719, comprising ยฃ4133 for heating, ยฃ386 for hot water, and ยฃ200 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Hill Crest Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this SUTTON COLDFIELD property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of ยฃ4719 annually are ยฃ2919 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 335mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ). CO2 emissions of 13.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the B75 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SUTTON COLDFIELD
vs B75
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ3807/year more than the SUTTON COLDFIELD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Aug 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Hill Crest
Worcester Lane
B75 5QS
SUTTON COLDFIELD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
335.0 mยฒ
11.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 65
COโ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
40 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
219 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
8 Aug 2025
marketed sale
About SUTTON COLDFIELD
SUTTON COLDFIELD is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in SUTTON COLDFIELD have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are ยฃ3221 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The B75 postcode district contains over 8100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ4133.0/yr
Save ยฃ199/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ386.0/yr
Lighting
75.0% low energy
ยฃ200.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Little Sutton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2012
Moor Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2014
Mere Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2015
The Arthur Terry School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Coppice Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Hill West Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Four Oaks Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2014
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.