What is the average EPC rating in DY4 8?

The average EPC rating in DY4 8 is band D. This is based on 3,359 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.

How many properties in DY4 8 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in DY4 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DY4?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DY4 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 DY4 8

3,359 properties in DY4 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the DY4 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DY4 in Sandwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,359

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DY4 8.

A0%

B13%

C34%

D37%

E13%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in DY4 8 is typical for the DY4 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
Pear Tree Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Menin Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Waterloo Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Boscobel Avenue Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Queens Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Lime Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lindley Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Park Lane West Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wades Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Madin Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DY4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
12120 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
11136 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10051 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4821 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3815 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DY4 8

: The average EPC rating in DY4 8 is band D. This is based on 3,359 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sandwell.
: 53% of properties in DY4 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DY4 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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