What is the average EPC rating in AL5 1?

The average EPC rating in AL5 1 is band D. This is based on 1,789 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL5 1 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in AL5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the AL5 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 AL5 1

1,789 properties in AL5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the AL5 average. 58% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of AL5 in St Albans. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,789

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL5 1.

A0%

B7%

C35%

D43%

E13%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in AL5 1 is typical for the AL5 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
Wheathampstead Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cranbourne Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Walkers Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Grange Court Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Beech Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Coleswood Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Grove Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Longfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oakley Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Poynings Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in AL5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8120 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6666 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
6333 occurrences · Code 19
4
Cavity wall insulation
3273 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3069 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL5 1

: The average EPC rating in AL5 1 is band D. This is based on 1,789 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 58% of properties in AL5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the AL5 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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