What is the average EPC rating in SM5 4?

The average EPC rating in SM5 4 is band D. This is based on 1,500 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sutton.

How many properties in SM5 4 need energy improvements?

62% of properties in SM5 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SM5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SM5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,495 properties), solar water heating (7,943 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,691 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SM5 4

1,500 properties in SM5 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SM5 average. 62% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SM5 in Sutton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,500

Band A-C

38%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

62%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SM5 4.

A2%

B11%

C24%

D39%

E18%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in SM5 4 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SM5 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
Cranfield Road East House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sandown Drive Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Barrow Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Pine Ridge House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stanhope Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fullerton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fairway House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Balfour Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Stanley Square House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Fountain Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SM5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9495 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7943 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7691 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5060 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4231 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SM5 4

: The average EPC rating in SM5 4 is band D. This is based on 1,500 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sutton.
: 62% of properties in SM5 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SM5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,495 properties), solar water heating (7,943 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,691 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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