What is the average EPC rating in AL1 5?

The average EPC rating in AL1 5 is band C. This is based on 3,473 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL1 5 need energy improvements?

44% of properties in AL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in AL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,160 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,959 properties), and solar water heating (7,901 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in AL1 5

3,473 properties in AL1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the AL1 average. 44% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of AL1 in St Albans. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,473

Band A-C

56%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

44%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL1 5.

A0%

B9%

C47%

D31%

E11%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in AL1 5 is typical for the AL1 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
Hopground Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ashley Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Frobisher Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Wellington Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Berkeley Mews House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Woodvale Park Park home•1 months ago	Park home	E	1 months ago	View report
St. Vincent Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Guildford Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ramsey Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Nelson Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in AL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9160 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8959 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
7901 occurrences · Code L
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5518 occurrences · Code C
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3559 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL1 5

: The average EPC rating in AL1 5 is band C. This is based on 3,473 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 44% of properties in AL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in AL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (9,160 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,959 properties), and solar water heating (7,901 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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