What is the average EPC rating in WF2 8?

The average EPC rating in WF2 8 is band D. This is based on 5,102 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Wakefield.

How many properties in WF2 8 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in WF2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WF2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WF2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (21,296 properties), solar water heating (19,911 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (13,130 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WF2 8

5,102 properties in WF2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the WF2 average. 58% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of WF2 in Wakefield. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,102

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WF2 8.

A0%

B10%

C32%

D47%

E10%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in WF2 8 is typical for the WF2 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
Cumbrian Way House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
St. Oswald Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Whinney Moor Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Lawefield Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Horbury Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Greaves Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
George-A-Green Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Cleveland Avenue Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	E	Today	View report
Manor Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Esther Grove House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in WF2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
21296 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
19911 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
13130 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
10125 occurrences · Code 57
5
Cavity wall insulation
4819 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WF2 8

: The average EPC rating in WF2 8 is band D. This is based on 5,102 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Wakefield.
: 58% of properties in WF2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WF2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (21,296 properties), solar water heating (19,911 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (13,130 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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