What is the average EPC rating in SE8 5?

The average EPC rating in SE8 5 is band C. This is based on 4,875 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lewisham.

How many properties in SE8 5 need energy improvements?

25% of properties in SE8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 75% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SE8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SE8 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 SE8 5

4,875 properties in SE8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the SE8 average. Only 25% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of SE8 in Lewisham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,875

Band A-C

75%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

25%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SE8 5.

A0%

B30%

C45%

D20%

E4%

F0%

G0%

SE8 5 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Chilton Grove Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Melville Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Melville Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Nemus Apartments 21-43 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Freswick House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Chilton Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Dreadnought Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Dreadnought Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Lower Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Dreadnought Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SE8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5280 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
4295 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2380 occurrences · Code 34
4
Solar water heating
2119 occurrences · Code 19
5
Cavity wall insulation
1787 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SE8 5

: The average EPC rating in SE8 5 is band C. This is based on 4,875 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lewisham.
: 25% of properties in SE8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 75% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SE8 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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