What is the average EPC rating in B12 8?

The average EPC rating in B12 8 is band D. This is based on 2,030 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B12 8 need energy improvements?

69% of properties in B12 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B12?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B12 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B12 8

2,030 properties in B12 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the B12 average. 69% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B12 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,030

Band A-C

31%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

69%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B12 8.

A0%

B1%

C30%

D45%

E21%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in B12 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B12 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Newport Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Woodfield Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Poplar Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ivy Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Birchwood Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Springfield Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brighton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
ETON ROAD House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Flat Above Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Kingsley Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B12

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5440 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4986 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
4388 occurrences · Code 19
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4197 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1929 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B12 8

: The average EPC rating in B12 8 is band D. This is based on 2,030 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 69% of properties in B12 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B12 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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