What is the average EPC rating in HG5 8?

The average EPC rating in HG5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,546 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in E07000165.

How many properties in HG5 8 need energy improvements?

67% of properties in HG5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HG5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in HG5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,386 properties), solar water heating (5,395 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,973 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in HG5 8

1,546 properties in HG5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HG5 average. 67% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HG5 in E07000165. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,546

Band A-C

33%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

67%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HG5 8.

A1%

B6%

C26%

D43%

E17%

F6%

G1%

Most properties in HG5 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HG5 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
Apt 54 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Apt 35 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Apt 3 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Walkers Fold Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Apt 18 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Apt 19 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Apt 49 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Apt 53 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Apt 41 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Apt 52 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in HG5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6386 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5395 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3973 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2023 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1600 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HG5 8

: The average EPC rating in HG5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,546 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in E07000165.
: 67% of properties in HG5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in HG5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,386 properties), solar water heating (5,395 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,973 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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