What is the average EPC rating in B16 8?

The average EPC rating in B16 8 is band C. This is based on 4,953 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B16 8 need energy improvements?

23% of properties in B16 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 77% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B16 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,986 properties), internal or external wall insulation (5,916 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,291 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B16 8

4,953 properties in B16 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the B16 average. Only 23% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of B16 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,953

Band A-C

77%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

23%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B16 8.

A0%

B22%

C55%

D17%

E5%

F1%

G0%

B16 8 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Ryland Street Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	B	1 weeks ago	View report
Arden Grove Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Ashton Croft Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Ryland Street Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	B	1 weeks ago	View report
Sherborne Street Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Ledsam Street House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Ryland Street Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Ruston Street House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Liberty Place 26-38 Flat•1 weeks ago	Flat	B	1 weeks ago	View report
Ruston Street House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report

Common improvements in B16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6986 occurrences · Code H
2
Internal or external wall insulation
5916 occurrences · Code C
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5291 occurrences · Code M
4
Solar water heating
3790 occurrences · Code L
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2120 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B16 8

: The average EPC rating in B16 8 is band C. This is based on 4,953 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 23% of properties in B16 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 77% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B16 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,986 properties), internal or external wall insulation (5,916 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,291 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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