SA38 is below average for energy efficiency — most homes here have room to improve.
23.1% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
The 1,560 EPC certificates on record for SA38 paint a clear picture — the area averages 52 out of 100, placing it below the national average. The national average is 67, which means SA38 performs below most areas. The most common rating band is D, with 8.7% of homes rated A or B and 41.0% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 23.1% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a rating of D means many homes here lose more heat than average — potentially adding £200-400 per year to energy bills compared to a C-rated home.
Houses make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Around 70% of properties are owner-occupied . Oil-fired heating is common in this part of SA38, reflecting the more rural character of the area and limited mains gas coverage.
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 52 to 80 — a 28-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in SA38 and want to reduce your energy bills, start with our guide to loft insulation — it is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make.
EPC Rating Distribution
Energy Efficiency Score
Potential score if all improvements made: 80 (rating C)
Recommended Improvements
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in SA38?
Homes in SA38 have an average EPC rating of E, scoring 52 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 1,560 certificates issued across the district.
That is below the national average of 67, which means there is real scope to improve energy efficiency here. An E rating suggests many homes here are losing significant amounts of heat — and money — through poor insulation or outdated heating systems.
What percentage of homes in SA38 are rated F or G?
23.1% of homes in SA38 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means SA38 has a higher-than-average proportion of poorly insulated homes. On the positive side, many of these properties may qualify for free improvements through government schemes like ECO4 or the Great British Insulation Scheme. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.