What is the average EPC rating in CO8 5?

The average EPC rating in CO8 5 is band D. This is based on 665 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.

How many properties in CO8 5 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in CO8 5 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 CO8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO8 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 CO8 5

665 properties in CO8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the CO8 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of CO8 in Braintree. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

665

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CO8 5.

A1%

B12%

C19%

D34%

E24%

F8%

G2%

Most properties in CO8 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in CO8 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Pikes Marsh House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Old Manse House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Hope Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Eversley House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Tawneys Ride Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Tawneys Ride House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Croft Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Pilgrims Rest House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Valley Barn Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Smallbridge Cottages House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CO8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
698 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
649 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
440 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
318 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
258 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CO8 5

: The average EPC rating in CO8 5 is band D. This is based on 665 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.
: 68% of properties in CO8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO8 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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