Energy Performance Certificate
The Potting Shed, Rock Farm
B79 0LA
SECKINGTON
Current
D
58
Potential
A
140
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in SECKINGTON, B79 0LA. The property offers 26m² (280 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (140/100). 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, 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 £737, comprising £439 for heating, £268 for hot water, and £30 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 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 The Potting Shed Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this SECKINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £737 are approximately £1063 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 26m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 B79 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SECKINGTON
vs B79
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £113/year less than the SECKINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 May 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
The Potting Shed
Rock Farm
Church Lane
B79 0LA
SECKINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
26.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 140
CO₂ Emissions
2.0 tonnes/year
76 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
448 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 May 2022
rental
About SECKINGTON
SECKINGTON is situated in Birmingham, West Midlands. Properties in SECKINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £411 below the SECKINGTON average, offering good value. The B79 postcode district contains over 8700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£439.0/yr
Save £194/yr
Hot Water
£268.0/yr
Save £181/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£30.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, 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
Newton Regis CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Austrey CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Andrew's CofE (C) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2012
Landau Forte Academy Greenacres
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Warton Nethersole's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Florendine Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Landau Forte Academy, Amington
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Criminal damage
1 incidents (50%)
violent crime
1 incidents (50%)
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.
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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.