What is the average EPC rating in B72 1?

The average EPC rating in B72 1 is band D. This is based on 2,902 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B72 1 need energy improvements?

69% of properties in B72 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B72?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B72 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 B72 1

2,902 properties in B72 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B72 average. 69% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B72 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,902

Band A-C

31%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

69%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B72 1.

A0%

B8%

C23%

D41%

E22%

F5%

G1%

Most properties in B72 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B72 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Shipton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Richmond Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Greenhill Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Marchmount Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Coles Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Shipton Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Welwyndale Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Welwyndale Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Holland Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Rowan Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B72

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2336 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1984 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
1717 occurrences · Code 19
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1384 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
836 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B72 1

: The average EPC rating in B72 1 is band D. This is based on 2,902 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 69% of properties in B72 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B72 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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