What is the average EPC rating in PL3 5?

The average EPC rating in PL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,488 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 (9,434 properties), solar water heating (7,468 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,167 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL3 5

2,488 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

2,488

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%

B4%

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•Today	House	D	Today	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Chieveley Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Eastfield Crescent House•Today	House	G	Today	View report
Thornhill Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Burnham Park Road House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Lockington Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ashford Crescent House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Thornhill Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Seymour Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in PL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9434 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7468 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7167 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4611 occurrences · Code 7
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3357 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL3 5

: The average EPC rating in PL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,488 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 (9,434 properties), solar water heating (7,468 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,167 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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