What is the average EPC rating in SG5 4?

The average EPC rating in SG5 4 is band C. This is based on 4,423 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in North Hertfordshire.

How many properties in SG5 4 need energy improvements?

27% of properties in SG5 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 73% 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 4

4,423 properties in SG5 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the SG5 average. Only 27% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. 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

4,423

Band A-C

73%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

27%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SG5 4.

A1%

B34%

C37%

D20%

E5%

F1%

G0%

SG5 4 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Cavendish Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
The Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Cavendish Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Cavendish Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Hitchin Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Mixies House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Brunel Walk House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cavendish Lane House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Common Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mowbray Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	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 4

: The average EPC rating in SG5 4 is band C. This is based on 4,423 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in North Hertfordshire.
: 27% of properties in SG5 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 73% 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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