What is the average EPC rating in LA1 5?

The average EPC rating in LA1 5 is band D. This is based on 3,515 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lancaster.

How many properties in LA1 5 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in LA1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LA1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LA1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,039 properties), solar water heating (13,723 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,876 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LA1 5

3,515 properties in LA1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the LA1 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of LA1 in Lancaster. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,515

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LA1 5.

A2%

B19%

C30%

D36%

E10%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in LA1 5 is typical for the LA1 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
Alder Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	A	1 months ago	View report
Derwent Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Alder Grove Flat•1 months ago	Flat	A	1 months ago	View report
Willow Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Derwent Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Derwent Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Addenbrooke Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Derwent Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Oaklands Court House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
West Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LA1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
16039 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
13723 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8876 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6724 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4348 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LA1 5

: The average EPC rating in LA1 5 is band D. This is based on 3,515 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lancaster.
: 49% of properties in LA1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LA1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,039 properties), solar water heating (13,723 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,876 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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