What is the average EPC rating in SS2 4?

The average EPC rating in SS2 4 is band D. This is based on 5,038 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS2 4 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in SS2 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SS2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,969 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,036 properties), and solar water heating (7,949 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS2 4

5,038 properties in SS2 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS2 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SS2 in Southend-on-Sea. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,038

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS2 4.

A0%

B3%

C29%

D44%

E20%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in SS2 4 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS2 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and internal or external wall insulation.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Central Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Pelham Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hamstel Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wickmead Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hamstel Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eastern Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Archer Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Poynings Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
North Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
South Avenue Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8969 occurrences · Code M
2
Internal or external wall insulation
8036 occurrences · Code C
3
Solar water heating
7949 occurrences · Code L
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7354 occurrences · Code H
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4162 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS2 4

: The average EPC rating in SS2 4 is band D. This is based on 5,038 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 68% of properties in SS2 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,969 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,036 properties), and solar water heating (7,949 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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