What is the average EPC rating in DT8 3?

The average EPC rating in DT8 3 is band D. This is based on 2,260 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in DT8 3 need energy improvements?

65% of properties in DT8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DT8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DT8 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 DT8 3

2,260 properties in DT8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DT8 average. 65% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DT8 in Dorset. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,260

Band A-C

35%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

65%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DT8 3.

A1%

B6%

C28%

D34%

E21%

F8%

G2%

Most properties in DT8 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DT8 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Lynwood House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Horwill House House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Axe View House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Pipplepen Farm Cottages House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Axe View House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Dairy Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Spurwell Cottage House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Higher Bridge Farm Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Fleet Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Spearmead Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DT8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2379 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
2307 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1274 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1269 occurrences · Code 58
5
Internal or external wall insulation
717 occurrences · Code 7

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DT8 3

: The average EPC rating in DT8 3 is band D. This is based on 2,260 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 65% of properties in DT8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DT8 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.

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