What is the average EPC rating in B26 1?

The average EPC rating in B26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,041 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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B26 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 B26 1

3,041 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

3,041

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 insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Brean Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
BREAN AVENUE House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brean Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	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
9573 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
8832 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7470 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5822 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3716 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B26 1

: The average EPC rating in B26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,041 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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B26 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.

Other sectors in B26

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