What is the average EPC rating in DY8 5?

The average EPC rating in DY8 5 is band D. This is based on 3,701 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dudley.

How many properties in DY8 5 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in DY8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% 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 (15,690 properties), solar water heating (13,613 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,062 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DY8 5

3,701 properties in DY8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DY8 average. 63% 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

3,701

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DY8 5.

A1%

B6%

C29%

D47%

E14%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in DY8 5 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
Manor Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bells Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ashdene Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Meadow Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Poplars House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brook Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Balmoral Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Braemar Avenue House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Coldstream Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Church Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DY8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15690 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
13613 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11062 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
6016 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5049 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DY8 5

: The average EPC rating in DY8 5 is band D. This is based on 3,701 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Dudley.
: 63% of properties in DY8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DY8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,690 properties), solar water heating (13,613 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,062 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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