What is the average EPC rating in CT18 8?

The average EPC rating in CT18 8 is band D. This is based on 1,078 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Folkestone and Hythe.

How many properties in CT18 8 need energy improvements?

66% of properties in CT18 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in CT18?

The most frequently recommended improvements in CT18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,907 properties), solar water heating (4,451 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,647 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in CT18 8

1,078 properties in CT18 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the CT18 average. 66% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of CT18 in Folkestone and Hythe. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,078

Band A-C

34%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

66%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across CT18 8.

A4%

B3%

C27%

D41%

E16%

F7%

G2%

Most properties in CT18 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in CT18 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
Hillview Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gessens Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Ethelburga Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Harrington Grove House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Parsonage Cottage House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Harrington Grove House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Stour House House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Eight Acres House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Gessens Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in CT18

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4907 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4451 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2647 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1644 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1422 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about CT18 8

: The average EPC rating in CT18 8 is band D. This is based on 1,078 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Folkestone and Hythe.
: 66% of properties in CT18 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in CT18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,907 properties), solar water heating (4,451 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,647 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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