What is the average EPC rating in BH20 5?

The average EPC rating in BH20 5 is band D. This is based on 1,380 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in BH20 5 need energy improvements?

75% of properties in BH20 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 25% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BH20?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BH20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,449 properties), solar water heating (5,965 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,908 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BH20 5

1,380 properties in BH20 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BH20 average. 75% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of BH20 in Dorset. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,380

Band A-C

25%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

75%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BH20 5.

A1%

B4%

C19%

D35%

E27%

F9%

G4%

Most properties in BH20 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BH20 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
The Boat House House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Corfe Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
East Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Larkshill Cottage Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	F	1 months ago	View report
East Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brambles House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Furzebrook Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Cove Cottage House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
-7 Coastguard Cottages House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Willow Cottage House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BH20

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6449 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5965 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3908 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3016 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1866 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BH20 5

: The average EPC rating in BH20 5 is band D. This is based on 1,380 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 75% of properties in BH20 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 25% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BH20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,449 properties), solar water heating (5,965 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,908 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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