What is the average EPC rating in PL17 8?

The average EPC rating in PL17 8 is band D. This is based on 1,529 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cornwall.

How many properties in PL17 8 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in PL17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL17?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,745 properties), solar water heating (3,541 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,884 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL17 8

1,529 properties in PL17 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the PL17 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PL17 in Cornwall. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,529

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL17 8.

A1%

B11%

C20%

D24%

E23%

F17%

G4%

Most properties in PL17 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PL17 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
Trehorner Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tamar and St. Ann's Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Larnaca Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Trehorner Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Kyl Cober Parc Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Duchy Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Trecorner House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Linhay House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Trefloyd Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Duchy Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3745 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3541 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1884 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1369 occurrences · Code E
5
Internal or external wall insulation
1163 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL17 8

: The average EPC rating in PL17 8 is band D. This is based on 1,529 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cornwall.
: 68% of properties in PL17 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,745 properties), solar water heating (3,541 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,884 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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