What is the average EPC rating in L31 1?

The average EPC rating in L31 1 is band B. This is based on 1,914 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sefton.

How many properties in L31 1 need energy improvements?

28% of properties in L31 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 72% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in L31?

The most frequently recommended improvements in L31 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,380 properties), solar water heating (8,050 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,929 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in L31 1

1,914 properties in L31 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the L31 average. Only 28% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of L31 in Sefton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,914

Band A-C

72%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

28%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across L31 1.

A4%

B50%

C18%

D18%

E6%

F3%

G1%

L31 1 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Mandarin Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
SPARROWHAWK CLOSE House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Goshawk Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Hackney Close House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Mandarin Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
GOSHAWK DRIVE House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Pintail Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
SPARROWHAWK CLOSE House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Eider Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Dartmoor Close House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in L31

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9380 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
8050 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5929 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3225 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
3204 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about L31 1

: The average EPC rating in L31 1 is band B. This is based on 1,914 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sefton.
: 28% of properties in L31 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 72% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in L31 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,380 properties), solar water heating (8,050 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,929 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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