What is the average EPC rating in WV8 1?

The average EPC rating in WV8 1 is band C. This is based on 3,650 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Staffordshire.

How many properties in WV8 1 need energy improvements?

42% of properties in WV8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WV8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the WV8 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 WV8 1

3,650 properties in WV8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the WV8 average. 42% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of WV8 in South Staffordshire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,650

Band A-C

58%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

42%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WV8 1.

A0%

B13%

C44%

D32%

E8%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in WV8 1 is typical for the WV8 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
Fallowfield House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Forge Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Alderford Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Bardwell Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Eastney Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wheatsheaf Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Eastney Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Covert House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Glade House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Eastney Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in WV8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4497 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
4024 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3310 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1885 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1596 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WV8 1

: The average EPC rating in WV8 1 is band C. This is based on 3,650 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Staffordshire.
: 42% of properties in WV8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the WV8 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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