What is the average EPC rating in SO51 5?

The average EPC rating in SO51 5 is band D. This is based on 1,150 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Test Valley.

How many properties in SO51 5 need energy improvements?

57% of properties in SO51 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SO51?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SO51 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,210 properties), solar water heating (8,195 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,427 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SO51 5

1,150 properties in SO51 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SO51 average. 57% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SO51 in Test Valley. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,150

Band A-C

43%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

57%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SO51 5.

A0%

B11%

C33%

D45%

E9%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SO51 5 is typical for the SO51 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
Saxon Way House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Northlands Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Montfort Place House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Montfort Place House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Symes Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Maple Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sycamore Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Botley Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Grosvenor Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Meon Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SO51

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9210 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8195 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5427 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3015 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
2735 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SO51 5

: The average EPC rating in SO51 5 is band D. This is based on 1,150 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Test Valley.
: 57% of properties in SO51 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SO51 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,210 properties), solar water heating (8,195 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,427 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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