What is the average EPC rating in RG2 8?

The average EPC rating in RG2 8 is band C. This is based on 3,237 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?

The most frequently recommended improvements in RG2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,150 properties), solar water heating (11,905 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,154 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in RG2 8

3,237 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

3,237

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
Foxhays Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Blandford Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Old Whitley Wood Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Northumberland Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hartland Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ashmore Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rossington Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Whitstone Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Shirley Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Burlingham Close House•1 months ago	House	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
13150 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11905 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7154 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3600 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3453 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about RG2 8

: The average EPC rating in RG2 8 is band C. This is based on 3,237 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.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in RG2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,150 properties), solar water heating (11,905 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,154 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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