What is the average EPC rating in B17 8?

The average EPC rating in B17 8 is band D. This is based on 2,800 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B17 8 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in B17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B17?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,504 properties), solar water heating (6,379 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (6,335 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B17 8

2,800 properties in B17 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B17 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B17 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,800

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B17 8.

A0%

B13%

C23%

D39%

E19%

F5%

G1%

Most properties in B17 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B17 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
Meadow Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
City Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
City Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Marsland Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Bernard Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
City Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
City Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Meadow Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
City Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hamilton Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8504 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
6379 occurrences · Code L
3
Internal or external wall insulation
6335 occurrences · Code C
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6299 occurrences · Code H
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3241 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B17 8

: The average EPC rating in B17 8 is band D. This is based on 2,800 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 63% of properties in B17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,504 properties), solar water heating (6,379 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (6,335 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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