What is the average EPC rating in AL3 8?

The average EPC rating in AL3 8 is band D. This is based on 1,424 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL3 8 need energy improvements?

57% of properties in AL3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL3?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the AL3 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in AL3 8

1,424 properties in AL3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the AL3 average. 57% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of AL3 in St Albans. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,424

Band A-C

43%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

57%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL3 8.

A0%

B11%

C31%

D40%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in AL3 8 is typical for the AL3 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
Meadow House House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Beechfield House House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Verlam End House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Cottage House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Buckwood Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Becks Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cowper Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
George Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Singlets Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Highfields Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in AL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8484 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7645 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6006 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3245 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2877 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL3 8

: The average EPC rating in AL3 8 is band D. This is based on 1,424 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 57% of properties in AL3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the AL3 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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