What is the average EPC rating in B31 3?

The average EPC rating in B31 3 is band D. This is based on 3,519 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B31 3 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in B31 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B31?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B31 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,985 properties), solar water heating (16,297 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,583 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B31 3

3,519 properties in B31 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B31 average. 55% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of B31 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,519

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B31 3.

A0%

B7%

C37%

D41%

E12%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in B31 3 is typical for the B31 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Rea Valley Drive House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Farlow Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Seven Acres Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Corley Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Gibbs Hill Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
The Crest Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
West Heath Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Moor Leasow House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Kelvin Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Redhill Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in B31

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
16985 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
16297 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
12583 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6132 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5325 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B31 3

: The average EPC rating in B31 3 is band D. This is based on 3,519 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 55% of properties in B31 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B31 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,985 properties), solar water heating (16,297 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,583 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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