What is the average EPC rating in SG17 5?

The average EPC rating in SG17 5 is band B. This is based on 5,082 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Central Bedfordshire.

How many properties in SG17 5 need energy improvements?

37% of properties in SG17 5 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 SG17?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SG17 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 SG17 5

5,082 properties in SG17 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—matching the SG17 average. 37% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SG17 in Central Bedfordshire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,082

Band A-C

63%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

37%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SG17 5.

A2%

B32%

C30%

D29%

E7%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SG17 5 is typical for the SG17 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
New Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Clifton Fields House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pinemead Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Lychmead House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hitchin Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Jute Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Shefford Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Elm Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Church Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Angle Green House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SG17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4901 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
4610 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2457 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1674 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1349 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SG17 5

: The average EPC rating in SG17 5 is band B. This is based on 5,082 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Central Bedfordshire.
: 37% of properties in SG17 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SG17 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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