What is the average EPC rating in SG2 8?

The average EPC rating in SG2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,095 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 (13,086 properties), solar water heating (12,805 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,657 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SG2 8

4,095 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

4,095

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•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Turpins Rise House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Highcroft The Chace Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Oaks Cross House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Ashdown Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Spring Drive House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Broadwater Crescent House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Willows House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Oaks Cross House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Elbow Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in SG2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13086 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
12805 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8657 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
6874 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4075 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SG2 8

: The average EPC rating in SG2 8 is band C. This is based on 4,095 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 (13,086 properties), solar water heating (12,805 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,657 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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