What is the average EPC rating in CM8 1?

The average EPC rating in CM8 1 is band C. This is based on 5,137 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.

How many properties in CM8 1 need energy improvements?

37% of properties in CM8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CM8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CM8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,487 properties), solar water heating (9,818 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,856 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CM8 1

5,137 properties in CM8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the CM8 average. 37% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of CM8 in Braintree. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,137

Band A-C

63%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

37%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CM8 1.

A0%

B21%

C42%

D27%

E7%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in CM8 1 is typical for the CM8 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
Blunts Hall Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Siward Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Bareham Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Thoroughgood Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Bareham Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Thoroughgood Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Bareham Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Thoroughgood Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Philip Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Bareham Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CM8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10487 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
9818 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5856 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3797 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3030 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CM8 1

: The average EPC rating in CM8 1 is band C. This is based on 5,137 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.
: 37% of properties in CM8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CM8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,487 properties), solar water heating (9,818 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,856 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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