What is the average EPC rating in B20 1?

The average EPC rating in B20 1 is band D. This is based on 1,859 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B20 1 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in B20 1 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 B20?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,761 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,022 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,691 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B20 1

1,859 properties in B20 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B20 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B20 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,859

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B20 1.

A0%

B1%

C35%

D42%

E17%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in B20 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B20 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and internal or external wall insulation.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Hamstead Hill House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ashcombe Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Annexe Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Friary Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Lakeside Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Woodcroft Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Beechglade House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Leopold Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Chalcot Grove House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Spinney House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B20

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9761 occurrences · Code M
2
Internal or external wall insulation
8022 occurrences · Code C
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7691 occurrences · Code H
4
Solar water heating
7072 occurrences · Code L
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3733 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B20 1

: The average EPC rating in B20 1 is band D. This is based on 1,859 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 63% of properties in B20 1 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 B20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,761 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,022 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,691 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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