What is the average EPC rating in SS1 2?

The average EPC rating in SS1 2 is band D. This is based on 6,148 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS1 2 need energy improvements?

66% of properties in SS1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% 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 (7,369 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,260 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,235 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS1 2

6,148 properties in SS1 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS1 average. 66% 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

6,148

Band A-C

34%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

66%

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•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Southchurch Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Southchurch Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
-114 Southchurch Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Flat D 36 Whitegate Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
York Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Huntingdon Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cheltenham Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
flat b Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7369 occurrences · Code H
2
Internal or external wall insulation
7260 occurrences · Code C
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5235 occurrences · Code M
4
Solar water heating
3954 occurrences · Code L
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3106 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS1 2

: The average EPC rating in SS1 2 is band D. This is based on 6,148 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 66% of properties in SS1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS1 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,369 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,260 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,235 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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