What is the average EPC rating in SO43 7?

The average EPC rating in SO43 7 is band D. This is based on 1,491 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in New Forest.

How many properties in SO43 7 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in SO43 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 SO43?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SO43 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (1,405 properties), solar water heating (1,180 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,037 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO43 7

1,491 properties in SO43 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SO43 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SO43 in New Forest. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,491

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO43 7.

A0%

B8%

C23%

D35%

E23%

F7%

G3%

Most properties in SO43 7 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SO43 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Ramblers Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Pemberton Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Lavender Lodge Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Forest Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oaktree Cottage Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	G	1 months ago	View report
Grooms Cottage House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Northerwood House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Brock Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Northerwood House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
The Meadows House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SO43

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
1405 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
1180 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1037 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
684 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
621 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO43 7

: The average EPC rating in SO43 7 is band D. This is based on 1,491 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in New Forest.
: 68% of properties in SO43 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SO43 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (1,405 properties), solar water heating (1,180 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,037 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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