What is the average EPC rating in LE8 5?

The average EPC rating in LE8 5 is band D. This is based on 2,266 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harborough.

How many properties in LE8 5 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in LE8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LE8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LE8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,842 properties), solar water heating (12,116 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,364 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LE8 5

2,266 properties in LE8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the LE8 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of LE8 in Harborough. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,266

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LE8 5.

A0%

B19%

C27%

D38%

E12%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in LE8 5 is typical for the LE8 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
Peony Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Broadfield Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
New Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Springwell Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Waterloo Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mennecy Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Almond Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Spinney Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Homestead Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Westfield Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LE8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13842 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
12116 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7364 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4561 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3660 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LE8 5

: The average EPC rating in LE8 5 is band D. This is based on 2,266 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harborough.
: 54% of properties in LE8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LE8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,842 properties), solar water heating (12,116 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,364 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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