What is the average EPC rating in HG5 8?

The average EPC rating in HG5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,459 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.

How many properties in HG5 8 need energy improvements?

71% of properties in HG5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in HG5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the HG5 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 HG5 8

1,459 properties in HG5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the HG5 average. 71% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of HG5 in Harrogate. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,459

Band A-C

29%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

71%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across HG5 8.

A1%

B3%

C26%

D45%

E19%

F6%

G1%

Most properties in HG5 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in HG5 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Gracious Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Grinton House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Claro Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Windsor Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Vineries House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Field View House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Kirkgate House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wetherby Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Wetherby Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Princess Mead Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in HG5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6182 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
5349 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3924 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
1921 occurrences · Code 57
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1583 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about HG5 8

: The average EPC rating in HG5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,459 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Harrogate.
: 71% of properties in HG5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the HG5 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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