What is the average EPC rating in IP5 1?

The average EPC rating in IP5 1 is band D. This is based on 1,545 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in East Suffolk.

How many properties in IP5 1 need energy improvements?

62% of properties in IP5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in IP5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in IP5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,910 properties), solar water heating (5,399 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,103 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in IP5 1

1,545 properties in IP5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the IP5 average. 62% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of IP5 in East Suffolk. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,545

Band A-C

38%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

62%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across IP5 1.

A1%

B6%

C31%

D48%

E12%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in IP5 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in IP5 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
Camborne Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Birchwood Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Birchwood Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Penryn Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Cedar Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Ives Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Grantchester Place Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Edmonton Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
The Walk Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Cedar Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in IP5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5910 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5399 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4103 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2572 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2400 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about IP5 1

: The average EPC rating in IP5 1 is band D. This is based on 1,545 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in East Suffolk.
: 62% of properties in IP5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in IP5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,910 properties), solar water heating (5,399 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,103 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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