What is the average EPC rating in CO9 4?

The average EPC rating in CO9 4 is band D. This is based on 1,218 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.

How many properties in CO9 4 need energy improvements?

79% of properties in CO9 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 21% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CO9?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO9 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 CO9 4

1,218 properties in CO9 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the CO9 average. 79% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

1,218

Band A-C

21%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

79%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CO9 4.

A0%

B7%

C14%

D35%

E29%

F12%

G2%

Most properties in CO9 4 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in CO9 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Council Houses House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Whitley Cottages House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ashen Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Highfields House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Old Stores House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gainsford Hall House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
The Croft House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Whitlock Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mashey Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Leather Lane House•1 months ago	House	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
8561 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
8173 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4888 occurrences · Code 35
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2814 occurrences · Code 20
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2580 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CO9 4

: The average EPC rating in CO9 4 is band D. This is based on 1,218 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Braintree.
: 79% of properties in CO9 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 21% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO9 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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