What is the average EPC rating in SM3 8?

The average EPC rating in SM3 8 is band D. This is based on 2,191 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sutton.

How many properties in SM3 8 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in SM3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SM3?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SM3 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SM3 8

2,191 properties in SM3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SM3 average. 64% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SM3 in Sutton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,191

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SM3 8.

A0%

B10%

C26%

D41%

E18%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in SM3 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SM3 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Wickham Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Fromondes Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Springclose Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Farnham Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Century House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wickham Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Westdean House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wordsworth Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wordsworth Drive House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Palmer Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SM3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4220 occurrences · Code 34
2
Internal or external wall insulation
4085 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar water heating
3813 occurrences · Code 19
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3506 occurrences · Code 35
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2163 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SM3 8

: The average EPC rating in SM3 8 is band D. This is based on 2,191 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sutton.
: 64% of properties in SM3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SM3 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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