What is the average EPC rating in B71 1?

The average EPC rating in B71 1 is band C. This is based on 2,294 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.

How many properties in B71 1 need energy improvements?

52% of properties in B71 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 48% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in B71?

The most frequently recommended improvements in B71 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,479 properties), solar water heating (7,856 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,696 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in B71 1

2,294 properties in B71 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the B71 average. 52% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of B71 in Sandwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,294

Band A-C

48%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

52%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across B71 1.

A0%

B6%

C42%

D38%

E11%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in B71 1 is typical for the B71 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
Durham Drive House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Shaftesbury Square Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Vicarage Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Shaftesbury Square Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Milton Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ruskin Street House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Lily Street House•Today	House	G	Today	View report
Ruskin Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hargate Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Rutland Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in B71

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8479 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7856 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6696 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2758 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2547 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about B71 1

: The average EPC rating in B71 1 is band C. This is based on 2,294 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.
: 52% of properties in B71 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 48% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in B71 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,479 properties), solar water heating (7,856 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,696 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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