What is the average EPC rating in SP8 5?

The average EPC rating in SP8 5 is band D. This is based on 1,185 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.

How many properties in SP8 5 need energy improvements?

78% of properties in SP8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% 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 5

1,185 properties in SP8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the SP8 average. 78% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

1,185

Band A-C

22%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

78%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SP8 5.

A1%

B7%

C15%

D31%

E28%

F14%

G4%

Most properties in SP8 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SP8 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
Oakdene House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Tile Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Masonry Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tile Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tile Twist Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Old Forge House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Masonry Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tile Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Annexe Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
King Alfreds View Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	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 5

: The average EPC rating in SP8 5 is band D. This is based on 1,185 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dorset.
: 78% of properties in SP8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% 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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