What is the average EPC rating in PL12 5?

The average EPC rating in PL12 5 is band D. This is based on 795 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cornwall.

How many properties in PL12 5 need energy improvements?

80% of properties in PL12 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 20% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL12?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,080 properties), solar water heating (6,350 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,189 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL12 5

795 properties in PL12 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the PL12 average. 80% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PL12 in Cornwall. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

795

Band A-C

20%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

80%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL12 5.

A1%

B3%

C17%

D32%

E27%

F15%

G7%

Most properties in PL12 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PL12 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
Little Barn House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Swallow Barn Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Eliot Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Tilland Road Farm Cottage House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Tilland Road Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
School Road House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
School Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Shepherds Cottage House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Berry Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Brightor Cottages House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL12

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7080 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
6350 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4189 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2054 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1899 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL12 5

: The average EPC rating in PL12 5 is band D. This is based on 795 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cornwall.
: 80% of properties in PL12 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 20% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,080 properties), solar water heating (6,350 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,189 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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