What is the average EPC rating in SS0 8?

The average EPC rating in SS0 8 is band D. This is based on 2,856 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS0 8 need energy improvements?

71% of properties in SS0 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS0?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SS0 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 SS0 8

2,856 properties in SS0 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS0 average. 71% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SS0 in Southend-on-Sea. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,856

Band A-C

29%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

71%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS0 8.

A0%

B5%

C24%

D44%

E21%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in SS0 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS0 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Genesta Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Cotswold Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Suffolk House 5-9 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS0

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Internal or external wall insulation
13562 occurrences · Code 7
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10111 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7462 occurrences · Code 34
4
Solar water heating
6137 occurrences · Code 19
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5421 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS0 8

: The average EPC rating in SS0 8 is band D. This is based on 2,856 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 71% of properties in SS0 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SS0 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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