What is the average EPC rating in PL7 5?

The average EPC rating in PL7 5 is band C. This is based on 778 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.

How many properties in PL7 5 need energy improvements?

60% of properties in PL7 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 40% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PL7?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PL7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,733 properties), solar water heating (8,886 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,329 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL7 5

778 properties in PL7 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the PL7 average. 60% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PL7 in Plymouth. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

778

Band A-C

40%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

60%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PL7 5.

A1%

B8%

C31%

D28%

E17%

F10%

G4%

Energy efficiency in PL7 5 is typical for the PL7 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
Dartmoor Cottages House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mayfair House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Compass Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lynwood Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	F	1 months ago	View report
Glebe Cottage House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
High Park House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Carthew House House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Smithaleigh Farm House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lower Ridings House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lower Ridings House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PL7

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9733 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8886 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6329 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
2948 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2849 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL7 5

: The average EPC rating in PL7 5 is band C. This is based on 778 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Plymouth.
: 60% of properties in PL7 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 40% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PL7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,733 properties), solar water heating (8,886 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,329 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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