What is the average EPC rating in BN8 5?

The average EPC rating in BN8 5 is band D. This is based on 2,119 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lewes.

How many properties in BN8 5 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in BN8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BN8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BN8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,780 properties), solar water heating (5,379 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,348 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BN8 5

2,119 properties in BN8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BN8 average. 55% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BN8 in Lewes. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,119

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BN8 5.

A4%

B16%

C26%

D33%

E15%

F5%

G1%

Energy efficiency in BN8 5 is typical for the BN8 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
Thistle Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Thistle Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Fantail Way House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Primrose Way House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Corn Mill Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Springett Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Corn Mill Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Primrose Way House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Kitts Hayes House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Corn Mill Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BN8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5780 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5379 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3348 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2276 occurrences · Code E
5
Wind turbine
1919 occurrences · Code N

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BN8 5

: The average EPC rating in BN8 5 is band D. This is based on 2,119 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lewes.
: 55% of properties in BN8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BN8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,780 properties), solar water heating (5,379 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,348 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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