What is the average EPC rating in DY8 3?

The average EPC rating in DY8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,531 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dudley.

How many properties in DY8 3 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in DY8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DY8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DY8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,263 properties), solar water heating (13,592 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,994 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DY8 3

3,531 properties in DY8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DY8 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DY8 in Dudley. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,531

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DY8 3.

A0%

B5%

C27%

D48%

E16%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in DY8 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DY8 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
Bridgnorth Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Wildacres House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ashley Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Bowling Green Road House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Duncombe Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Brook Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Shenstone Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Elm Close Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Bridgnorth Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Park Road West House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in DY8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15263 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
13592 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10994 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
5810 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5021 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DY8 3

: The average EPC rating in DY8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,531 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dudley.
: 68% of properties in DY8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DY8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,263 properties), solar water heating (13,592 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,994 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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