What is the average EPC rating in SS1 2?

The average EPC rating in SS1 2 is band D. This is based on 6,053 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS1 2 need energy improvements?

67% of properties in SS1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SS1 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,336 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,260 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,088 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS1 2

6,053 properties in SS1 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS1 average. 67% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SS1 in Southend-on-Sea. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

6,053

Band A-C

33%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

67%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS1 2.

A0%

B7%

C26%

D39%

E24%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in SS1 2 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS1 include low energy lighting for all fixed outlets and internal or external wall insulation.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Ambleside Drive House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Southchurch Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Southchurch Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
-114 Southchurch Road Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Flat D 36 Whitegate Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Huntingdon Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
York Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Cheltenham Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
flat b Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in SS1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7336 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
7260 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5088 occurrences · Code 34
4
Solar water heating
3947 occurrences · Code 19
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2979 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS1 2

: The average EPC rating in SS1 2 is band D. This is based on 6,053 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 67% of properties in SS1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS1 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,336 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,260 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,088 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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