What is the average EPC rating in CO2 8?

The average EPC rating in CO2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,930 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Colchester.

How many properties in CO2 8 need energy improvements?

39% of properties in CO2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CO2?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO2 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 CO2 8

4,930 properties in CO2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the CO2 average. 39% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of CO2 in Colchester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,930

Band A-C

61%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

39%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CO2 8.

A1%

B11%

C49%

D31%

E7%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in CO2 8 is typical for the CO2 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
Rowhedge Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ladbrook Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hardie's Point Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Quayside Drive Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Mountbatten Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Old Heath Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Berefield Way Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Sheering Walk House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Berechurch Hall Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sydney Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CO2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar water heating
11855 occurrences · Code 19
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11443 occurrences · Code 34
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8351 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4821 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3484 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CO2 8

: The average EPC rating in CO2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,930 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Colchester.
: 39% of properties in CO2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the CO2 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.

Other sectors in CO2

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