What is the average EPC rating in PO5 1?

The average EPC rating in PO5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,468 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Portsmouth.

How many properties in PO5 1 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in PO5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PO5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PO5 are cavity wall insulation (8,136 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,064 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,517 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PO5 1

3,468 properties in PO5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PO5 average. 58% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PO5 in Portsmouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,468

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PO5 1.

A0%

B8%

C35%

D40%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in PO5 1 is typical for the PO5 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
Stansted Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Eastfields 24-30 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wilson Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	G	1 months ago	View report
Lawrence Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Flat C Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Flat E Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Peters Grove House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Flat D Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Victoria Road North House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PO5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Cavity wall insulation
8136 occurrences · Code B
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7064 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4517 occurrences · Code M
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3155 occurrences · Code C
5
Solar water heating
3107 occurrences · Code L

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PO5 1

: The average EPC rating in PO5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,468 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Portsmouth.
: 58% of properties in PO5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PO5 are cavity wall insulation (8,136 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,064 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,517 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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