What is the average EPC rating in B68 8?

The average EPC rating in B68 8 is band D. This is based on 3,196 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.

How many properties in B68 8 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in B68 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B68?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B68 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,175 properties), solar water heating (8,890 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,006 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B68 8

3,196 properties in B68 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the B68 average. 64% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of B68 in Sandwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,196

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B68 8.

A0%

B4%

C32%

D44%

E16%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in B68 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in B68 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Fairway Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
St. Matthews Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fairway Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Greenwood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Giles Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Greenwood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ferndale Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Greenwood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Kendal Rise House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
The Royal Oak House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B68

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10175 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8890 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7006 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4327 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3602 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B68 8

: The average EPC rating in B68 8 is band D. This is based on 3,196 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.
: 64% of properties in B68 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B68 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,175 properties), solar water heating (8,890 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,006 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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