What is the average EPC rating in IP3 8?

The average EPC rating in IP3 8 is band D. This is based on 4,041 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Ipswich.

How many properties in IP3 8 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in IP3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in IP3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in IP3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,732 properties), solar water heating (9,826 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,693 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in IP3 8

4,041 properties in IP3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the IP3 average. 58% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of IP3 in Ipswich. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,041

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across IP3 8.

A0%

B10%

C32%

D41%

E14%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in IP3 8 is typical for the IP3 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Alan Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Roger Fern House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in IP3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10732 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
9826 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7693 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3400 occurrences · Code E
5
Internal or external wall insulation
3391 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about IP3 8

: The average EPC rating in IP3 8 is band D. This is based on 4,041 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Ipswich.
: 58% of properties in IP3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in IP3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,732 properties), solar water heating (9,826 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,693 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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