What is the average EPC rating in SO18 2?

The average EPC rating in SO18 2 is band D. This is based on 2,920 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southampton.

How many properties in SO18 2 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in SO18 2 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 SO18?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SO18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,112 properties), solar water heating (7,883 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,682 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO18 2

2,920 properties in SO18 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SO18 average. 58% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SO18 in Southampton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,920

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO18 2.

A1%

B7%

C35%

D42%

E12%

F3%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SO18 2 is typical for the SO18 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
Edgehill Road House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Wessex Lane Maisonette•Today	Maisonette	C	Today	View report
Woodmill Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Vanguard Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Northfield Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Wakefield Road Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Ozier Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Mansbridge Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Exeter Road Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Litchfield Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in SO18

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8112 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7883 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7682 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
4699 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3249 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO18 2

: The average EPC rating in SO18 2 is band D. This is based on 2,920 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southampton.
: 58% of properties in SO18 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SO18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,112 properties), solar water heating (7,883 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,682 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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