What is the average EPC rating in SP8 4?

The average EPC rating in SP8 4 is band C. This is based on 4,085 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in SP8 4 need energy improvements?

43% of properties in SP8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SP8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SP8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,293 properties), solar water heating (5,006 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,043 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SP8 4

4,085 properties in SP8 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the SP8 average. 43% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SP8 in Dorset. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,085

Band A-C

57%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

43%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SP8 4.

A1%

B10%

C46%

D34%

E7%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SP8 4 is typical for the SP8 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
Queens Farm Court House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Swallowfields Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	A	1 months ago	View report
Lakeside Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Centre Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Avondale Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Roseberry Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
The Presbytery House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Queens Farm Court House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Fairybridge Walk House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lakeside Drive Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	A	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SP8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5293 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5006 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3043 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1954 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1948 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SP8 4

: The average EPC rating in SP8 4 is band C. This is based on 4,085 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 43% of properties in SP8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SP8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,293 properties), solar water heating (5,006 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,043 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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