What is the average EPC rating in AL5 2?

The average EPC rating in AL5 2 is band D. This is based on 1,434 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL5 2 need energy improvements?

59% of properties in AL5 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 41% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in AL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,322 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,724 properties), and solar water heating (6,351 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in AL5 2

1,434 properties in AL5 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the AL5 average. 59% 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

1,434

Band A-C

41%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

59%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL5 2.

A1%

B16%

C25%

D37%

E18%

F3%

G0%

Energy efficiency in AL5 2 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
Leyton Green Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Top Floor Flat Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	D	1 months ago	View report
Rothamsted Avenue House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
West Common Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Avenue St. Nicholas Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	E	1 months ago	View report
Broad Oaks Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Uplands House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Flowton Grove Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Townsend Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Aplins 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
8322 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6724 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
6351 occurrences · Code L
4
Cavity wall insulation
3354 occurrences · Code B
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3098 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL5 2

: The average EPC rating in AL5 2 is band D. This is based on 1,434 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 59% of properties in AL5 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 41% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in AL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,322 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,724 properties), and solar water heating (6,351 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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