What is the average EPC rating in SG5 1?

The average EPC rating in SG5 1 is band D. This is based on 2,867 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?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SG5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,016 properties), solar water heating (10,133 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,579 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SG5 1

2,867 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

2,867

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
Thomas Brooker House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Room 3 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Thomas Brooker House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Thomas Brooker House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Radcliffe Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Thomas Brooker House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Russel House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Flat A Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Lion Yard House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Chapel Row Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	E	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
11016 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
10133 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7579 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3411 occurrences · Code E
5
Internal or external wall insulation
3337 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SG5 1

: The average EPC rating in SG5 1 is band D. This is based on 2,867 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.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SG5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,016 properties), solar water heating (10,133 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,579 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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