What is the average EPC rating in SS1 3?

The average EPC rating in SS1 3 is band D. This is based on 2,554 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS1 3 need energy improvements?

79% of properties in SS1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 21% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS1?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SS1 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 SS1 3

2,554 properties in SS1 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS1 average. 79% 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

2,554

Band A-C

21%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

79%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS1 3.

A0%

B3%

C18%

D42%

E28%

F8%

G1%

Most properties in SS1 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS1 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Links Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Daines Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Elm Grove House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Augustines Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Chelsworth Crescent Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Barnstaple Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wyatts Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Broadway Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Adrians Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Lady Hamilton Court 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
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 3

: The average EPC rating in SS1 3 is band D. This is based on 2,554 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 79% of properties in SS1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 21% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SS1 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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