What is the average EPC rating in HG3 5?

The average EPC rating in HG3 5 is band D. This is based on 1,161 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.

How many properties in HG3 5 need energy improvements?

74% of properties in HG3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HG3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in HG3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,666 properties), solar water heating (9,314 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,496 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in HG3 5

1,161 properties in HG3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HG3 average. 74% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HG3 in Harrogate. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,161

Band A-C

26%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

74%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HG3 5.

A0%

B4%

C21%

D39%

E24%

F8%

G3%

Most properties in HG3 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HG3 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
Sommerset Cottage House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Church Cottage House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Kell Mews Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Park Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Retreat House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Holly Thorpe House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
High Street Maisonette•Today	Maisonette	E	Today	View report
The Watermill House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Foster Beck Lodge Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Nidd Walk Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in HG3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10666 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
9314 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5496 occurrences · Code 35
4
Wind turbine
2852 occurrences · Code 44
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2821 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HG3 5

: The average EPC rating in HG3 5 is band D. This is based on 1,161 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.
: 74% of properties in HG3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in HG3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,666 properties), solar water heating (9,314 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,496 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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