What is the average EPC rating in SS2 4?

The average EPC rating in SS2 4 is band D. This is based on 4,988 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 (8,729 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,036 properties), and solar water heating (7,939 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS2 4

4,988 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

4,988

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•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Pelham Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hamstel Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Wickmead Close House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hamstel Road Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Eastern Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Archer Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Poynings Avenue Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	E	Today	View report
South Avenue Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
North Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in SS2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8729 occurrences · Code 34
2
Internal or external wall insulation
8036 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar water heating
7939 occurrences · Code 19
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7322 occurrences · Code 35
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3976 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS2 4

: The average EPC rating in SS2 4 is band D. This is based on 4,988 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 (8,729 properties), internal or external wall insulation (8,036 properties), and solar water heating (7,939 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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