What is the average EPC rating in B74 3?

The average EPC rating in B74 3 is band D. This is based on 2,824 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B74 3 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in B74 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B74?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B74 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,772 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,659 properties), and solar water heating (5,455 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B74 3

2,824 properties in B74 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B74 average. 68% 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

2,824

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B74 3.

A0%

B4%

C28%

D45%

E19%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in B74 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B74 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
Bridle Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Lilac Avenue Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Whitethorn Crescent House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Inglewood Grove Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Middleton Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Foley Court Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Chestnut Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Elmtree Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Blackwood Road House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Elmtree Road House•Today	House	C	Today	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 3

: The average EPC rating in B74 3 is band D. This is based on 2,824 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 68% of properties in B74 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B74 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,772 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,659 properties), and solar water heating (5,455 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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