What is the average EPC rating in SO40 7?

The average EPC rating in SO40 7 is band D. This is based on 1,214 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in New Forest.

How many properties in SO40 7 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in SO40 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SO40?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SO40 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 SO40 7

1,214 properties in SO40 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SO40 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SO40 in New Forest. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,214

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO40 7.

A0%

B3%

C29%

D50%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in SO40 7 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SO40 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Birchlands House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Copsewood Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Birchlands House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pentridge Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Woodlands Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ashurst Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Denbigh Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Holly Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Foxhills House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Golden Hayes Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SO40

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11529 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10747 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7654 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4196 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4091 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO40 7

: The average EPC rating in SO40 7 is band D. This is based on 1,214 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in New Forest.
: 68% of properties in SO40 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SO40 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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