What is the average EPC rating in CO9 3?

The average EPC rating in CO9 3 is band D. This is based on 1,882 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.

How many properties in CO9 3 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in CO9 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CO9?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CO9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,785 properties), solar water heating (8,237 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,917 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CO9 3

1,882 properties in CO9 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the CO9 average. 55% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of CO9 in Braintree. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,882

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CO9 3.

A0%

B17%

C28%

D36%

E14%

F4%

G1%

Energy efficiency in CO9 3 is typical for the CO9 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
Spring Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Nunnery Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Three Sixes Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Willow Dene House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pen Meadow Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Apple Trees Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Abbey Meadow House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Swan Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Colne Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Nunnery Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CO9

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8785 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8237 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4917 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2846 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2711 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CO9 3

: The average EPC rating in CO9 3 is band D. This is based on 1,882 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.
: 55% of properties in CO9 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CO9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,785 properties), solar water heating (8,237 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,917 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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