What is the average EPC rating in LA5 8?

The average EPC rating in LA5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,202 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lancaster.

How many properties in LA5 8 need energy improvements?

73% of properties in LA5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 27% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LA5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the LA5 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 LA5 8

1,202 properties in LA5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the LA5 average. 73% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of LA5 in Lancaster. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,202

Band A-C

27%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

73%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LA5 8.

A0%

B8%

C18%

D50%

E18%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in LA5 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in LA5 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Whin Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Madison Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Alpine View Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	F	1 months ago	View report
Grange View Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Bye Pass Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Sunnybank Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Swallow Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sunnybank Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sunnybank Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ash Tree Grove House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LA5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5186 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
4438 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2922 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
1790 occurrences · Code 57
5
Internal or external wall insulation
1630 occurrences · Code 7

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LA5 8

: The average EPC rating in LA5 8 is band D. This is based on 1,202 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Lancaster.
: 73% of properties in LA5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 27% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the LA5 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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