What is the average EPC rating in PL9 8?

The average EPC rating in PL9 8 is band B. This is based on 4,198 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.

How many properties in PL9 8 need energy improvements?

38% of properties in PL9 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 62% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL9?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,371 properties), solar water heating (10,108 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,031 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL9 8

4,198 properties in PL9 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the PL9 average. 38% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PL9 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,198

Band A-C

62%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

38%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL9 8.

A0%

B44%

C17%

D29%

E7%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in PL9 8 is typical for the PL9 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
Nimbus Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Briar Park House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Jetstream Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Nimbus Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Aquila Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Nimbus Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Sunbeam Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Vortex Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Roseveare Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Dusk Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL9

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11371 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
10108 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6031 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
3364 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2857 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL9 8

: The average EPC rating in PL9 8 is band B. This is based on 4,198 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
: 38% of properties in PL9 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 62% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,371 properties), solar water heating (10,108 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,031 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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