What is the average EPC rating in PL7 5?

The average EPC rating in PL7 5 is band C. This is based on 765 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 (9,438 properties), solar water heating (8,869 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,289 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PL7 5

765 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

765

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%

D29%

E18%

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•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Glebe Cottage House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Mayfair House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Lynwood Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	F	Today	View report
Compass Drive House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
High Park House•Today	House	G	Today	View report
Carthew House House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Smithaleigh Farm House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Lower Ridings House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Lower Ridings House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in PL7

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9438 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
8869 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6289 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
2869 occurrences · Code 6
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2727 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PL7 5

: The average EPC rating in PL7 5 is band C. This is based on 765 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 (9,438 properties), solar water heating (8,869 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,289 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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