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EPC ratings in PL5 3
4,276 properties in PL5 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the PL5 average. 45% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PL5 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.
EPC distribution
Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL5 3.
Energy efficiency in PL5 3 is typical for the PL5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Shirley Gardens House•1 months ago | House | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Chaucer Way House•1 months ago | House | B | 1 months ago | View report |
Butt Park Road House•1 months ago | House | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Tovey Crescent Flat•1 months ago | Flat | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Old Woodlands Road Bungalow•1 months ago | Bungalow | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Common improvements in PL5
These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.
- 1
Solar water heating
14346 occurrences · Code L
- 2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
14332 occurrences · Code M
- 3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11378 occurrences · Code H
- 4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
11318 occurrences · Code E
Frequently asked questions about PL5 3
The average EPC rating in PL5 3 is band C. This is based on 4,276 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
45% of properties in PL5 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 55% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
The most frequently recommended improvements in PL5 are solar water heating (14,346 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (14,332 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,378 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.
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