What is the average EPC rating in SS9 5?

The average EPC rating in SS9 5 is band D. This is based on 3,124 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.

How many properties in SS9 5 need energy improvements?

71% of properties in SS9 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SS9?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SS9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (12,602 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,957 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (10,666 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SS9 5

3,124 properties in SS9 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SS9 average. 71% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SS9 in Southend-on-Sea. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,124

Band A-C

29%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

71%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SS9 5.

A0%

B3%

C26%

D48%

E19%

F4%

G0%

Most properties in SS9 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SS9 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
St Margaret’s Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Belgrave Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Side House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Rayleigh Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St Margaret’s Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
St Margaret’s Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Crest House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St Margaret’s Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Roach Vale House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sandhill Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SS9

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
12602 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10957 occurrences · Code H
3
Internal or external wall insulation
10666 occurrences · Code C
4
Solar water heating
10537 occurrences · Code L
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5604 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SS9 5

: The average EPC rating in SS9 5 is band D. This is based on 3,124 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Southend-on-Sea.
: 71% of properties in SS9 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SS9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (12,602 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,957 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (10,666 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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