What is the average EPC rating in PL4 8?

The average EPC rating in PL4 8 is band D. This is based on 3,604 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.

How many properties in PL4 8 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in PL4 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL4?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL4 are internal or external wall insulation (11,632 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,905 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,488 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL4 8

3,604 properties in PL4 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the PL4 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PL4 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,604

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL4 8.

A0%

B6%

C33%

D44%

E14%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in PL4 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PL4 include internal or external wall insulation and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Hill Park Crescent Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Prospect Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Greenbank Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hill Park Crescent Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Prospect Street Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Gascoyne Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Prospect Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Albertha Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Internal or external wall insulation
11632 occurrences · Code C
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7905 occurrences · Code M
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7488 occurrences · Code H
4
Solar water heating
4885 occurrences · Code L
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4675 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL4 8

: The average EPC rating in PL4 8 is band D. This is based on 3,604 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
: 61% of properties in PL4 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL4 are internal or external wall insulation (11,632 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,905 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,488 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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