What is the average EPC rating in SS3 8?

The average EPC rating in SS3 8 is band C. This is based on 1,614 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS3 8 need energy improvements?

52% of properties in SS3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 48% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SS3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,291 properties), solar water heating (7,569 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,781 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS3 8

1,614 properties in SS3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the SS3 average. 52% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SS3 in Southend-on-Sea. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,614

Band A-C

48%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

52%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS3 8.

A0%

B8%

C40%

D40%

E11%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SS3 8 is typical for the SS3 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Swallow Cliffe House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Puffin Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Aylesbeare Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Bishopsteignton House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Torrington House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Woodcotes House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sedgemoor House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Frobisher Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Aylesbeare Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Yarnacott House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8291 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7569 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5781 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3048 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2921 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS3 8

: The average EPC rating in SS3 8 is band C. This is based on 1,614 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 52% of properties in SS3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 48% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,291 properties), solar water heating (7,569 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,781 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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