What is the average EPC rating in B70 7?

The average EPC rating in B70 7 is band C. This is based on 1,342 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.

How many properties in B70 7 need energy improvements?

36% of properties in B70 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 64% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B70?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B70 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,768 properties), solar water heating (7,721 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,086 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B70 7

1,342 properties in B70 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the B70 average. 36% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of B70 in Sandwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,342

Band A-C

64%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

36%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B70 7.

A0%

B27%

C37%

D26%

E8%

F1%

G1%

Energy efficiency in B70 7 is typical for the B70 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
High Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
High Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Reform Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Dawes Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Johnston Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bromford Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gill Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Bache Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Johnston Street House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Coyne Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in B70

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8768 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7721 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6086 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3318 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3216 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B70 7

: The average EPC rating in B70 7 is band C. This is based on 1,342 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.
: 36% of properties in B70 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 64% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B70 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,768 properties), solar water heating (7,721 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,086 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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