What is the average EPC rating in SO20 8?

The average EPC rating in SO20 8 is band C. This is based on 1,110 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Test Valley.

How many properties in SO20 8 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in SO20 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SO20?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SO20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,030 properties), solar water heating (2,925 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,637 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO20 8

1,110 properties in SO20 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the SO20 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SO20 in Test Valley. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,110

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO20 8.

A1%

B4%

C39%

D23%

E23%

F8%

G2%

Energy efficiency in SO20 8 is typical for the SO20 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
Northern Farm Cottage House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Freemantle House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Two Jays Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Windermere Cottage House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Mia Holme Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Hazeldene Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Cosmos House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Longmead Barn House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Orchard Barn House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Brookwood House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in SO20

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3030 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
2925 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1637 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1260 occurrences · Code 58
5
Wind turbine
892 occurrences · Code 44

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO20 8

: The average EPC rating in SO20 8 is band C. This is based on 1,110 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Test Valley.
: 56% of properties in SO20 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SO20 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,030 properties), solar water heating (2,925 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,637 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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