What is the average EPC rating in TQ2 8?

The average EPC rating in TQ2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,499 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Torbay.

How many properties in TQ2 8 need energy improvements?

59% of properties in TQ2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 41% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in TQ2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in TQ2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,981 properties), solar water heating (8,560 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,620 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in TQ2 8

2,499 properties in TQ2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the TQ2 average. 59% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of TQ2 in Torbay. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,499

Band A-C

41%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

59%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across TQ2 8.

A1%

B5%

C34%

D46%

E11%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in TQ2 8 is typical for the TQ2 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
Salisbury Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Happaway Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Winchester Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Golden Park Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Fore Street Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Lincoln Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Great Hill House House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Truro Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Halsteads Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Helens Mead Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in TQ2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9981 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8560 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7620 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
4206 occurrences · Code B
5
Internal or external wall insulation
4007 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about TQ2 8

: The average EPC rating in TQ2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,499 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Torbay.
: 59% of properties in TQ2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 41% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in TQ2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,981 properties), solar water heating (8,560 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,620 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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