What is the average EPC rating in LE5 1?

The average EPC rating in LE5 1 is band C. This is based on 5,585 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.

How many properties in LE5 1 need energy improvements?

35% of properties in LE5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 65% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LE5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the LE5 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 LE5 1

5,585 properties in LE5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the LE5 average. 35% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of LE5 in Leicester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,585

Band A-C

65%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

35%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LE5 1.

A2%

B22%

C41%

D26%

E7%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in LE5 1 is typical for the LE5 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
Romanby Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Laverton Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
LAVERTON ROAD House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Scraptoft Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Tennis Court Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sandhills Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Burdock Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Kepwick Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wintergreen Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Dalton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in LE5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
25130 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
22179 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
15156 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
12044 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
8144 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LE5 1

: The average EPC rating in LE5 1 is band C. This is based on 5,585 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.
: 35% of properties in LE5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 65% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the LE5 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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