What is the average EPC rating in LE1 5?

The average EPC rating in LE1 5 is band C. This is based on 1,202 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.

How many properties in LE1 5 need energy improvements?

36% of properties in LE1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 64% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LE1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LE1 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,970 properties), high heat retention storage heaters (1,773 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (1,747 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LE1 5

1,202 properties in LE1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the LE1 average. 36% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of LE1 in Leicester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,202

Band A-C

64%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

36%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LE1 5.

A0%

B11%

C53%

D24%

E9%

F3%

G0%

Energy efficiency in LE1 5 is typical for the LE1 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
Flat C Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Castle View House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
MARKET PLACE Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Eagle Star House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LE1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3970 occurrences · Code H
2
High heat retention storage heaters
1773 occurrences · Code Q
3
Internal or external wall insulation
1747 occurrences · Code C
4
Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder
779 occurrences · Code P
5
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows
751 occurrences · Code F

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LE1 5

: The average EPC rating in LE1 5 is band C. This is based on 1,202 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.
: 36% of properties in LE1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 64% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LE1 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,970 properties), high heat retention storage heaters (1,773 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (1,747 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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