What is the average EPC rating in IP8 4?

The average EPC rating in IP8 4 is band B. This is based on 1,610 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Babergh.

How many properties in IP8 4 need energy improvements?

46% of properties in IP8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in IP8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in IP8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,233 properties), solar water heating (4,112 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,254 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in IP8 4

1,610 properties in IP8 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the IP8 average. 46% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of IP8 in Babergh. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,610

Band A-C

54%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

46%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across IP8 4.

A1%

B33%

C20%

D30%

E12%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in IP8 4 is typical for the IP8 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Bronze Barrow Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Otter Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Red Admiral Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Bronze Barrow Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Cooks Corner Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
Bronze Barrow Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Cooks Corner House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Cooks Corner Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
Bronze Barrow Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Bronze Barrow Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in IP8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4233 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4112 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2254 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1690 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1323 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about IP8 4

: The average EPC rating in IP8 4 is band B. This is based on 1,610 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Babergh.
: 46% of properties in IP8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in IP8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,233 properties), solar water heating (4,112 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,254 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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