What is the average EPC rating in PL1 5?

The average EPC rating in PL1 5 is band C. This is based on 3,653 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.

How many properties in PL1 5 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in PL1 5 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 PL1?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the PL1 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 PL1 5

3,653 properties in PL1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the PL1 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PL1 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,653

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL1 5.

A0%

B7%

C40%

D36%

E13%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in PL1 5 is typical for the PL1 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
Bayswater Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Basement Flat Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Haystone Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Ground And First Floor Flat Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Stuart Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Eton Terrace House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
King Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Downton Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6298 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
5329 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3327 occurrences · Code 34
4
Solar water heating
2418 occurrences · Code 19
5
Cavity wall insulation
1913 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL1 5

: The average EPC rating in PL1 5 is band C. This is based on 3,653 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
: 53% of properties in PL1 5 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 PL1 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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