What is the average EPC rating in SR2 8?

The average EPC rating in SR2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,756 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.

How many properties in SR2 8 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in SR2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SR2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SR2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,094 properties), solar water heating (11,003 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,677 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SR2 8

2,756 properties in SR2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SR2 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SR2 in Sunderland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,756

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SR2 8.

A0%

B6%

C26%

D42%

E21%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in SR2 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SR2 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
St. Lucia Close House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Mowbray Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Canon Cockin Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Percy Terrace Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Leonard Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Saint Bedes Terrace Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Tower Street West House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Peel Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Leonard Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SR2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13094 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11003 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8677 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
6788 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4512 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SR2 8

: The average EPC rating in SR2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,756 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.
: 68% of properties in SR2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SR2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,094 properties), solar water heating (11,003 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,677 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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