What is the average EPC rating in B5 7?

The average EPC rating in B5 7 is band C. This is based on 3,658 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B5 7 need energy improvements?

32% of properties in B5 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 68% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B5 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 B5 7

3,658 properties in B5 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—below the B5 average. 32% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of B5 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,658

Band A-C

68%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

32%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B5 7.

A0%

B26%

C42%

D22%

E8%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in B5 7 is typical for the B5 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
Hawkins Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Boundary House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Boundary House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Dollery Drive Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
East Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Century Tower Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Hemisphere Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Hodnet Grove Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Viceroy Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Boundary House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3630 occurrences · Code 35
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
1676 occurrences · Code 34
3
Solar water heating
1499 occurrences · Code 19
4
High heat retention storage heaters
1197 occurrences · Code 62
5
Cavity wall insulation
828 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B5 7

: The average EPC rating in B5 7 is band C. This is based on 3,658 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 32% of properties in B5 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 68% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B5 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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