What is the average EPC rating in LE5 1?

The average EPC rating in LE5 1 is band C. This is based on 5,641 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?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LE5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (25,804 properties), solar water heating (22,197 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (15,216 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LE5 1

5,641 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

5,641

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%

B21%

C42%

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
Scraptoft Lane House•1 weeks ago	House	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Wainwright Avenue House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Carty Road House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Tennis Court Drive Bungalow•1 weeks ago	Bungalow	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Cardinals Walk House•1 weeks ago	House	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Barry Road House•1 weeks ago	House	E	1 weeks ago	View report
Brocklesby Way Bungalow•1 weeks ago	Bungalow	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Netherhall Road House•1 weeks ago	House	D	1 weeks ago	View report
Tennis Court Drive House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report
Wigley Road House•1 weeks ago	House	C	1 weeks ago	View report

Common improvements in LE5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
25804 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
22197 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
15216 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
12044 occurrences · Code C
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
8167 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LE5 1

: The average EPC rating in LE5 1 is band C. This is based on 5,641 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.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LE5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (25,804 properties), solar water heating (22,197 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (15,216 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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