What is the average EPC rating in CO1 2?

The average EPC rating in CO1 2 is band C. This is based on 4,783 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Colchester.

How many properties in CO1 2 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in CO1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CO1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CO1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,624 properties), solar water heating (5,041 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,243 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CO1 2

4,783 properties in CO1 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the CO1 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of CO1 in Colchester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,783

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CO1 2.

A0%

B10%

C37%

D36%

E13%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in CO1 2 is typical for the CO1 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
Nicholsons Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Military Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	E	1 months ago	View report
Military Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	E	1 months ago	View report
Pertwees Court House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Military Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Winnock Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Military Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Basement flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Military Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Smythies Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CO1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5624 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5041 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4243 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
2390 occurrences · Code C
5
Cavity wall insulation
2100 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CO1 2

: The average EPC rating in CO1 2 is band C. This is based on 4,783 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Colchester.
: 53% of properties in CO1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CO1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,624 properties), solar water heating (5,041 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,243 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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