What is the average EPC rating in MK42 8?

The average EPC rating in MK42 8 is band C. This is based on 3,170 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bedford.

How many properties in MK42 8 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in MK42 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in MK42?

The most frequently recommended improvements in MK42 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (19,167 properties), solar water heating (17,424 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,163 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in MK42 8

3,170 properties in MK42 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the MK42 average. 55% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of MK42 in Bedford. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,170

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across MK42 8.

A0%

B5%

C40%

D40%

E13%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in MK42 8 is typical for the MK42 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
Horseshoe Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Margetts Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Elstow Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mortimer Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Viking Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Bedford Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
St. Johns Homes Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Bunyan Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Farrer Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hillgrounds Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in MK42

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
19167 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
17424 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10163 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
5071 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4462 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about MK42 8

: The average EPC rating in MK42 8 is band C. This is based on 3,170 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bedford.
: 55% of properties in MK42 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in MK42 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (19,167 properties), solar water heating (17,424 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,163 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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