What is the average EPC rating in CM7 5?

The average EPC rating in CM7 5 is band C. This is based on 3,327 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.

How many properties in CM7 5 need energy improvements?

46% of properties in CM7 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CM7?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CM7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,024 properties), solar water heating (14,091 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,347 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CM7 5

3,327 properties in CM7 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the CM7 average. 46% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of CM7 in Braintree. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,327

Band A-C

54%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

46%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CM7 5.

A1%

B21%

C32%

D31%

E10%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in CM7 5 is typical for the CM7 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
Grenadier Way House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Hackamore Way House•4 months ago	House	A	4 months ago	View report
Sorrell Avenue Flat•4 months ago	Flat	B	4 months ago	View report
Grenadier Way House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Grenadier Way House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Meadow View Barn House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Sorrell Avenue Flat•4 months ago	Flat	B	4 months ago	View report
Braeburn Drive Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	B	4 months ago	View report
Fox Garden House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Discovery Close House•4 months ago	House	A	4 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CM7

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15024 occurrences
2
Solar water heating
14091 occurrences
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9347 occurrences
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5487 occurrences
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4098 occurrences

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Frequently asked questions about CM7 5

: The average EPC rating in CM7 5 is band C. This is based on 3,327 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.
: 46% of properties in CM7 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CM7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,024 properties), solar water heating (14,091 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,347 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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