What is the average EPC rating in SM4 5?

The average EPC rating in SM4 5 is band D. This is based on 3,027 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Merton.

How many properties in SM4 5 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in SM4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SM4?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SM4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,041 properties), solar water heating (8,500 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,281 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SM4 5

3,027 properties in SM4 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SM4 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SM4 in Merton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,027

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SM4 5.

A0%

B7%

C40%

D40%

E11%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in SM4 5 is typical for the SM4 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
Bordesley Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Beeleigh Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Bodmin Grove House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Abbotsbury Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Bardney Road Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Central Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•Today	Flat	E	Today	View report
Goodwood Close Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Rutland Drive House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
London Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in SM4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9041 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
8500 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7281 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5236 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4174 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SM4 5

: The average EPC rating in SM4 5 is band D. This is based on 3,027 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Merton.
: 53% of properties in SM4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SM4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,041 properties), solar water heating (8,500 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,281 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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