What is the average EPC rating in HR8 1?

The average EPC rating in HR8 1 is band D. This is based on 1,526 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Herefordshire.

How many properties in HR8 1 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in HR8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HR8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the HR8 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in HR8 1

1,526 properties in HR8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HR8 average. 64% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HR8 in Herefordshire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,526

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HR8 1.

A2%

B9%

C25%

D30%

E23%

F8%

G3%

Most properties in HR8 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HR8 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Golden Valley Farm House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Dipping Tank Barn House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Old Coach House House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hawthorne Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Gate House House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Quarry Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hollybush Top House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Timber Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
CIDER MILL House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Old Post Office House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in HR8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5008 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
4813 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3036 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2081 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1456 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HR8 1

: The average EPC rating in HR8 1 is band D. This is based on 1,526 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Herefordshire.
: 64% of properties in HR8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the HR8 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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