What is the average EPC rating in HG2 8?

The average EPC rating in HG2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,422 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.

How many properties in HG2 8 need energy improvements?

78% of properties in HG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HG2?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the HG2 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in HG2 8

2,422 properties in HG2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HG2 average. 78% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HG2 in Harrogate. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,422

Band A-C

22%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

78%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HG2 8.

A0%

B3%

C18%

D52%

E21%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in HG2 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HG2 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Hanover House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Stray Walk House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Straysyde House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Apley Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Yewdale Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Ronans Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Ronans Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Leeds Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Tewit Well Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wheatlands Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in HG2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9212 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7727 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
7135 occurrences · Code 19
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4060 occurrences · Code 57
5
Internal or external wall insulation
3781 occurrences · Code 7

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HG2 8

: The average EPC rating in HG2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,422 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.
: 78% of properties in HG2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the HG2 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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