What is the average EPC rating in LE3 5?

The average EPC rating in LE3 5 is band D. This is based on 4,160 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.

How many properties in LE3 5 need energy improvements?

47% of properties in LE3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LE3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LE3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (34,159 properties), solar water heating (30,859 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (21,319 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LE3 5

4,160 properties in LE3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the LE3 average. 47% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of LE3 in Leicester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,160

Band A-C

53%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

47%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LE3 5.

A1%

B25%

C28%

D32%

E13%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in LE3 5 is typical for the LE3 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
Lambert House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Old Wharf House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Old Wharf Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Lambert House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Old Wharf Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Pingle Wharf Approach House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Pingle Wharf Approach House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Battenberg Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Old Wharf Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LE3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
34159 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
30859 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
21319 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
17223 occurrences · Code C
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
12155 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LE3 5

: The average EPC rating in LE3 5 is band D. This is based on 4,160 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.
: 47% of properties in LE3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LE3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (34,159 properties), solar water heating (30,859 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (21,319 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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