What is the average EPC rating in PL3 5?

The average EPC rating in PL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,518 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.

How many properties in PL3 5 need energy improvements?

71% of properties in PL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,713 properties), solar water heating (7,484 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,202 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL3 5

2,518 properties in PL3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the PL3 average. 71% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PL3 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,518

Band A-C

29%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

71%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL3 5.

A0%

B3%

C25%

D48%

E18%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in PL3 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PL3 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
Castleton Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Chieveley Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Eastfield Crescent House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Thornhill Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lockington Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Burnham Park Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Thornhill Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Mannamead Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Tor Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9713 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7484 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7202 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4611 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3539 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL3 5

: The average EPC rating in PL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,518 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
: 71% of properties in PL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 29% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,713 properties), solar water heating (7,484 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,202 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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