What is the average EPC rating in B14 5?

The average EPC rating in B14 5 is band D. This is based on 3,656 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B14 5 need energy improvements?

69% of properties in B14 5 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 B14?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B14 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,237 properties), solar water heating (11,299 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,659 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B14 5

3,656 properties in B14 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B14 average. 69% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B14 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,656

Band A-C

31%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

69%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B14 5.

A0%

B3%

C28%

D45%

E19%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in B14 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B14 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Whitland Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Alcester Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Meadfoot Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Poston Croft House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Henlow Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Drews House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Alcester Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Stapleford Croft House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Stot Fold Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sladepool Farm Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B14

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13237 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11299 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10659 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6667 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4238 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B14 5

: The average EPC rating in B14 5 is band D. This is based on 3,656 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 69% of properties in B14 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B14 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,237 properties), solar water heating (11,299 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,659 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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