What is the average EPC rating in B73 5?

The average EPC rating in B73 5 is band D. This is based on 3,760 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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B73 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 B73 5

3,760 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

3,760

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%

E25%

F5%

G1%

Most properties in B73 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B73 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Sheffield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
College Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hellaby Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Kings Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Buckingham Mews House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Maxstoke Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Florence Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Chester Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Station Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Church Road House•1 months ago	House	D	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
5612 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4857 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
4295 occurrences · Code 19
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3445 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2279 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B73 5

: The average EPC rating in B73 5 is band D. This is based on 3,760 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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B73 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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