What is the average EPC rating in RM8 1?

The average EPC rating in RM8 1 is band D. This is based on 3,971 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Barking and Dagenham.

How many properties in RM8 1 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in RM8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in RM8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in RM8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,786 properties), solar water heating (11,301 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,856 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in RM8 1

3,971 properties in RM8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the RM8 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of RM8 in Barking and Dagenham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,971

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across RM8 1.

A1%

B15%

C32%

D42%

E9%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in RM8 1 is typical for the RM8 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
Nijjer Apartments Flat•Today	Flat	A	Today	View report
Chittys Lane House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Nijjer Apartments Flat•Today	Flat	A	Today	View report
FLAT REAR OF Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
James Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Limbourne Avenue Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Rowallen Parade Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Nijjer Apartments Flat•Today	Flat	A	Today	View report
Temple Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Valence Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in RM8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11786 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
11301 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8856 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6343 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5005 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about RM8 1

: The average EPC rating in RM8 1 is band D. This is based on 3,971 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Barking and Dagenham.
: 53% of properties in RM8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in RM8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,786 properties), solar water heating (11,301 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,856 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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