What is the average EPC rating in BH16 5?

The average EPC rating in BH16 5 is band C. This is based on 3,139 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in BH16 5 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in BH16 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BH16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BH16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,146 properties), solar water heating (4,059 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,208 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BH16 5

3,139 properties in BH16 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the BH16 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BH16 in Dorset. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,139

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BH16 5.

A0%

B10%

C41%

D39%

E8%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BH16 5 is typical for the BH16 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
Old Kiln Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Egmont Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Allens Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Dacombe Close House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Annex House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Gorse Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Frenches Farm Cottage House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Fitzworth Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Hibbs Close House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Martingale Close House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in BH16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4146 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
4059 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3208 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1761 occurrences · Code 58
5
Cavity wall insulation
1502 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BH16 5

: The average EPC rating in BH16 5 is band C. This is based on 3,139 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 49% of properties in BH16 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BH16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,146 properties), solar water heating (4,059 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,208 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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