What is the average EPC rating in SO16 8?

The average EPC rating in SO16 8 is band D. This is based on 3,769 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southampton.

How many properties in SO16 8 need energy improvements?

50% of properties in SO16 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SO16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SO16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,180 properties), solar water heating (14,976 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (14,892 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO16 8

3,769 properties in SO16 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SO16 average. 50% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SO16 in Southampton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,769

Band A-C

50%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

50%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO16 8.

A0%

B14%

C36%

D38%

E10%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SO16 8 is typical for the SO16 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
Sinclair Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hann Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Orkney Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Beacon Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Trowbridge Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Prunus Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oakwood Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Goldcrest Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hornchurch Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Orion Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SO16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
16180 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14976 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
14892 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
8377 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
6417 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO16 8

: The average EPC rating in SO16 8 is band D. This is based on 3,769 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southampton.
: 50% of properties in SO16 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SO16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,180 properties), solar water heating (14,976 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (14,892 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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