What is the average EPC rating in SG5 1?

The average EPC rating in SG5 1 is band D. This is based on 2,823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in North Hertfordshire.

How many properties in SG5 1 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in SG5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SG5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SG5 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 SG5 1

2,823 properties in SG5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the SG5 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SG5 in North Hertfordshire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,823

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SG5 1.

A0%

B11%

C36%

D37%

E13%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in SG5 1 is typical for the SG5 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
Bunyan Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Radcliffe Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Unity House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Shepherds Mead Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	D	1 months ago	View report
Grove Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Fishponds Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Florence Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Capswell Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Bearton Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Nightingale Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SG5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10633 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10051 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7521 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3337 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3149 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SG5 1

: The average EPC rating in SG5 1 is band D. This is based on 2,823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in North Hertfordshire.
: 53% of properties in SG5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SG5 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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