What is the average EPC rating in B17 8?

The average EPC rating in B17 8 is band D. This is based on 2,745 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B17 8 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in B17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B17?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B17 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 B17 8

2,745 properties in B17 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B17 average. 64% 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

2,745

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

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 insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Sandon Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Sandon Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
City Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Marsland Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Willow Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Marsland Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
City Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Perrott Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Poplar Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Close House•1 months ago	House	C	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
8248 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
6377 occurrences · Code 19
3
Internal or external wall insulation
6335 occurrences · Code 7
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6268 occurrences · Code 35
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3090 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B17 8

: The average EPC rating in B17 8 is band D. This is based on 2,745 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 64% of properties in B17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B17 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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