What is the average EPC rating in RG2 8?

The average EPC rating in RG2 8 is band C. This is based on 3,171 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Reading.

How many properties in RG2 8 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in RG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in RG2?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the RG2 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 RG2 8

3,171 properties in RG2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the RG2 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of RG2 in Reading. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,171

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across RG2 8.

A0%

B3%

C43%

D42%

E10%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in RG2 8 is typical for the RG2 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
Shinfield Rise House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wavell Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Birch Green Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Anson Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
DEVITT CLOSE House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Woodside Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hillside Park Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
Wavell Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Westlands Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Barnabas Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in RG2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
12752 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
11876 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7106 occurrences · Code 35
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3431 occurrences · Code 20
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3431 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about RG2 8

: The average EPC rating in RG2 8 is band C. This is based on 3,171 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Reading.
: 54% of properties in RG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the RG2 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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