What is the average EPC rating in B70 8?

The average EPC rating in B70 8 is band D. This is based on 1,398 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.

How many properties in B70 8 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in B70 8 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 B70?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the B70 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 B70 8

1,398 properties in B70 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the B70 average. 58% 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

1,398

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B70 8.

A0%

B16%

C26%

D40%

E16%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in B70 8 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
Beechwood Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brandon Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Edward Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Grange Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hazelbeech Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cambridge Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oak Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brandon Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hazelbeech Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cambridge Street House•1 months ago	House	D	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
8452 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7713 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6056 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3318 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3040 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B70 8

: The average EPC rating in B70 8 is band D. This is based on 1,398 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.
: 58% of properties in B70 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the B70 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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