What is the average EPC rating in SO20 8?

The average EPC rating in SO20 8 is band C. This is based on 1,120 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 (3,119 properties), solar water heating (2,960 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,651 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO20 8

1,120 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

1,120

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•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Freemantle House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Two Jays Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Windermere Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mia Holme Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Hazeldene Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Cosmos House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Longmead Barn House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Barn House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brookwood House•1 months ago	House	D	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
3119 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
2960 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1651 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1305 occurrences · Code E
5
Wind turbine
914 occurrences · Code N

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO20 8

: The average EPC rating in SO20 8 is band C. This is based on 1,120 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 (3,119 properties), solar water heating (2,960 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,651 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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