What is the average EPC rating in B74 2?

The average EPC rating in B74 2 is band D. This is based on 2,755 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B74 2 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in B74 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B74?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B74 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 B74 2

2,755 properties in B74 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B74 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B74 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,755

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B74 2.

A0%

B7%

C32%

D39%

E17%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in B74 2 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B74 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Boundary Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Royal Meadow Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Blue Cedar Drive Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Forest Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Thornhill Park House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Laneside Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Chester Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Laneside Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Linforth Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fordwater Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B74

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7772 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6659 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
5455 occurrences · Code 19
4
Cavity wall insulation
3085 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2867 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B74 2

: The average EPC rating in B74 2 is band D. This is based on 2,755 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 61% of properties in B74 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B74 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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