What is the average EPC rating in IP27 9?

The average EPC rating in IP27 9 is band D. This is based on 2,572 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Suffolk.

How many properties in IP27 9 need energy improvements?

77% of properties in IP27 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in IP27?

The most frequently recommended improvements in IP27 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,681 properties), solar water heating (8,465 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,636 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in IP27 9

2,572 properties in IP27 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the IP27 average. 77% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of IP27 in West Suffolk. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,572

Band A-C

23%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

77%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across IP27 9.

A0%

B8%

C15%

D46%

E24%

F6%

G1%

Most properties in IP27 9 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in IP27 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Elderflower Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Violet Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Back Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Plough Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Violet Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Dandelion Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Elderflower Way Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	B	1 months ago	View report
Plough Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
Elderflower Way Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	B	1 months ago	View report
Violet Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in IP27

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8681 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8465 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4636 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4462 occurrences · Code E
5
Increase loft insulation to 270 mm
3146 occurrences · Code A

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about IP27 9

: The average EPC rating in IP27 9 is band D. This is based on 2,572 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Suffolk.
: 77% of properties in IP27 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in IP27 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,681 properties), solar water heating (8,465 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,636 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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