What is the average EPC rating in SK5 8?

The average EPC rating in SK5 8 is band C. This is based on 2,888 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.

How many properties in SK5 8 need energy improvements?

40% of properties in SK5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 60% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SK5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SK5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,134 properties), solar water heating (8,929 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,998 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SK5 8

2,888 properties in SK5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the SK5 average. 40% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SK5 in Stockport. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,888

Band A-C

60%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

40%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SK5 8.

A0%

B18%

C42%

D34%

E5%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SK5 8 is typical for the SK5 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
Dartmouth Crescent Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Northumberland Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Middlesex Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Exeter Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Surrey Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Harwich Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Foliage Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Northumberland Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Middlesex Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Westmorland Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SK5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9134 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8929 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6998 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
3768 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation
2792 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SK5 8

: The average EPC rating in SK5 8 is band C. This is based on 2,888 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.
: 40% of properties in SK5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 60% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SK5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,134 properties), solar water heating (8,929 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,998 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Other sectors in SK5

Explore EPC data for nearby postcode sectors in the same district.

SK5 6

4,810 properties SK5 7

2,642 properties

Check a specific property

Enter your postcode to view an EPC report

Pick your address to see live EPC data and improvement recommendations.