What is the average EPC rating in SK3 8?

The average EPC rating in SK3 8 is band D. This is based on 3,660 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.

How many properties in SK3 8 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in SK3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SK3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SK3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,513 properties), solar water heating (8,347 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,453 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SK3 8

3,660 properties in SK3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SK3 average. 55% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SK3 in Stockport. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,660

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SK3 8.

A0%

B5%

C39%

D40%

E13%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in SK3 8 is typical for the SK3 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
Wrenbury Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rose House House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Garners Lane Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Randolph Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Menai Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Siddington Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Garners Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Warren Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Haslam Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SK3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9513 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8347 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6453 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4130 occurrences · Code C
5
Cavity wall insulation
3899 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SK3 8

: The average EPC rating in SK3 8 is band D. This is based on 3,660 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.
: 55% of properties in SK3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SK3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,513 properties), solar water heating (8,347 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,453 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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