What is the average EPC rating in LE5 6?

The average EPC rating in LE5 6 is band D. This is based on 2,242 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.

How many properties in LE5 6 need energy improvements?

70% of properties in LE5 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 30% 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 6

2,242 properties in LE5 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the LE5 average. 70% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

2,242

Band A-C

30%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

70%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LE5 6.

A0%

B4%

C26%

D49%

E17%

F4%

G0%

Most properties in LE5 6 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in LE5 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Pevensey Avenue House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Oakside Crescent Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Oakside Close Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	C	4 months ago	View report
Wakerley Road House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Headland Road House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Oakside Crescent Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Hawthorne Court 1b Flat•4 months ago	Flat	C	4 months ago	View report
Chatteris Avenue House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Judith Drive Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Davenport Road House•4 months ago	House	C	4 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
25804 occurrences
2
Solar water heating
22197 occurrences
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
15216 occurrences
4
Internal or external wall insulation
12044 occurrences
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
8167 occurrences

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Frequently asked questions about LE5 6

: The average EPC rating in LE5 6 is band D. This is based on 2,242 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Leicester.
: 70% of properties in LE5 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 30% 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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