What is the average EPC rating in B26 1?

The average EPC rating in B26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,097 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B26 1 need energy improvements?

77% of properties in B26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B26?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,860 properties), solar water heating (8,847 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,536 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B26 1

3,097 properties in B26 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B26 average. 77% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B26 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,097

Band A-C

23%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

77%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B26 1.

A0%

B2%

C21%

D51%

E22%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in B26 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B26 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
Swan View Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wensley Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Barrows Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Longley Crescent Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Trentham Grove House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wroxton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Swan View Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Elmcroft Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Clay Lane Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	D	1 months ago	View report
Bakeman House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B26

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9860 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8847 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7536 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5822 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3930 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B26 1

: The average EPC rating in B26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,097 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 77% of properties in B26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,860 properties), solar water heating (8,847 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,536 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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