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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SO20 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 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
Dunwood House House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Hayters House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Arches House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Old Orchard House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Printers Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Appleton Mews House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Appleton Mews House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Plough Gardens House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Old School Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Waterloo Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SO20 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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