What is the average EPC rating in AL5 5?

The average EPC rating in AL5 5 is band C. This is based on 2,408 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.

How many properties in AL5 5 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in AL5 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% 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 5

2,408 properties in AL5 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the AL5 average. 54% 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

2,408

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL5 5.

A1%

B7%

C38%

D37%

E14%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in AL5 5 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
Alzey Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Crabtree Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Meadow Walk House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Aldwickbury Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tallents Crescent Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Overstone Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Thornbury House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Millstone Way Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Southview Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Highfield Avenue 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 5

: The average EPC rating in AL5 5 is band C. This is based on 2,408 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in St Albans.
: 54% of properties in AL5 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% 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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