What is the average EPC rating in TQ5 8?

The average EPC rating in TQ5 8 is band D. This is based on 2,103 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Torbay.

How many properties in TQ5 8 need energy improvements?

74% of properties in TQ5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in TQ5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the TQ5 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 TQ5 8

2,103 properties in TQ5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the TQ5 average. 74% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of TQ5 in Torbay. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,103

Band A-C

26%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

74%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across TQ5 8.

A0%

B3%

C23%

D44%

E21%

F5%

G3%

Most properties in TQ5 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in TQ5 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Gollands Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Cumber Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Vicarage Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Stapleton House House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Furzeham Park Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Stapleton House Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	E	1 months ago	View report
New Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Elliott Grove Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Higher Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in TQ5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6712 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
5848 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4308 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
2733 occurrences · Code 6
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2250 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about TQ5 8

: The average EPC rating in TQ5 8 is band D. This is based on 2,103 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Torbay.
: 74% of properties in TQ5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the TQ5 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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