What is the average EPC rating in BH5 1?

The average EPC rating in BH5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,544 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

How many properties in BH5 1 need energy improvements?

44% of properties in BH5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BH5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the BH5 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 BH5 1

3,544 properties in BH5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the BH5 average. 44% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BH5 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,544

Band A-C

56%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

44%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BH5 1.

A0%

B13%

C43%

D29%

E12%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in BH5 1 is typical for the BH5 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Crabton Close Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Second Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wyncourt Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Boscombe Spa Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Garden Flat E3 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Burlington Mansions Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Honeycombe Beach Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Westby Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Overcombe Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Garden Flat E2 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BH5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3551 occurrences · Code 35
2
Cavity wall insulation
2768 occurrences · Code 6
3
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1260 occurrences · Code 20
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
1041 occurrences · Code 57
5
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
1009 occurrences · Code 34

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BH5 1

: The average EPC rating in BH5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,544 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
: 44% of properties in BH5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the BH5 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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