What is the average EPC rating in B8 2?

The average EPC rating in B8 2 is band D. This is based on 4,051 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.

How many properties in B8 2 need energy improvements?

78% of properties in B8 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B8 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 B8 2

4,051 properties in B8 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B8 average. 78% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B8 in Birmingham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,051

Band A-C

22%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

78%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B8 2.

A0%

B2%

C20%

D51%

E22%

F4%

G2%

Most properties in B8 2 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B8 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
St. Margarets Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sladefield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bamville Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wardend Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Common Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Alum Rock Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Coronation Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Washwood Heath Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oxford Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Alum Rock Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
12720 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10592 occurrences · Code 19
3
Internal or external wall insulation
10199 occurrences · Code 7
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9040 occurrences · Code 35
5
Floor insulation
4497 occurrences · Code 47

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B8 2

: The average EPC rating in B8 2 is band D. This is based on 4,051 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Birmingham.
: 78% of properties in B8 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B8 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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