What is the average EPC rating in BH21 5?

The average EPC rating in BH21 5 is band E. This is based on 761 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in BH21 5 need energy improvements?

92% of properties in BH21 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 8% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BH21?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BH21 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (12,164 properties), solar water heating (11,082 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,416 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BH21 5

761 properties in BH21 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of E—below the BH21 average. 92% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of BH21 in Dorset. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

761

Band A-C

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

92%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BH21 5.

A0%

B1%

C6%

D32%

E39%

F16%

G5%

Most properties in BH21 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BH21 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
Ash Leah Cottages House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hawneferne House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
The Buildings House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Bowerswaine Farmhouse House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Waterside House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Byre Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	F	Today	View report
Drove Cottage House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Timberyard Cottage House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Cashmoor House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
The Cowshed House•Today	House	F	Today	View report

Common improvements in BH21

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
12164 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
11082 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8416 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4968 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4106 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BH21 5

: The average EPC rating in BH21 5 is band E. This is based on 761 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 92% of properties in BH21 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 8% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BH21 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (12,164 properties), solar water heating (11,082 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,416 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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