What is the average EPC rating in B73 5?

The average EPC rating in B73 5 is band D. This is based on 3,827 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B73 5 need energy improvements?

74% of properties in B73 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B73?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B73 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,800 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,887 properties), and solar water heating (4,298 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B73 5

3,827 properties in B73 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B73 average. 74% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B73 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,827

Band A-C

26%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

74%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B73 5.

A0%

B4%

C22%

D43%

E24%

F5%

G1%

Most properties in B73 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B73 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Knipersley Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Kineton Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Macs Bed And Breakfast House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Jockey Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blackham Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	A	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B73

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5800 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4887 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
4298 occurrences · Code L
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3445 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2408 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B73 5

: The average EPC rating in B73 5 is band D. This is based on 3,827 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 74% of properties in B73 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B73 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,800 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,887 properties), and solar water heating (4,298 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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