What is the average EPC rating in SG2 8?

The average EPC rating in SG2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,157 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stevenage.

How many properties in SG2 8 need energy improvements?

39% of properties in SG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SG2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SG2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,592 properties), solar water heating (12,889 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,715 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SG2 8

4,157 properties in SG2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the SG2 average. 39% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SG2 in Stevenage. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,157

Band A-C

61%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

39%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SG2 8.

A0%

B10%

C51%

D31%

E7%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SG2 8 is typical for the SG2 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
Turpins Rise House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Turpins Rise House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Highcroft The Chace Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Oaks Cross House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Spring Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ashdown Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Broadwater Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Dawlish Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oaks Cross House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Willows House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SG2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13592 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
12889 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8715 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
7177 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
4139 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SG2 8

: The average EPC rating in SG2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,157 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stevenage.
: 39% of properties in SG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SG2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,592 properties), solar water heating (12,889 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,715 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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