What is the average EPC rating in SS8 9?

The average EPC rating in SS8 9 is band D. This is based on 4,223 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Castle Point.

How many properties in SS8 9 need energy improvements?

67% of properties in SS8 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SS8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,276 properties), solar water heating (10,135 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,739 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS8 9

4,223 properties in SS8 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS8 average. 67% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SS8 in Castle Point. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,223

Band A-C

33%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

67%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS8 9.

A0%

B3%

C30%

D52%

E13%

F2%

G0%

Most properties in SS8 9 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS8 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Central Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brookside Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Redwoods Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
St Joseph's Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
St Josephs Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Jarvis Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St Josephs Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Papenburg Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Link Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Link Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11276 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
10135 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7739 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
4495 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4409 occurrences · Code E

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Frequently asked questions about SS8 9

: The average EPC rating in SS8 9 is band D. This is based on 4,223 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Castle Point.
: 67% of properties in SS8 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,276 properties), solar water heating (10,135 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,739 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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