What is the average EPC rating in WD17 1?

The average EPC rating in WD17 1 is band B. This is based on 1,325 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.

How many properties in WD17 1 need energy improvements?

28% of properties in WD17 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 72% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WD17?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WD17 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,798 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,263 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (2,752 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WD17 1

1,325 properties in WD17 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the WD17 average. Only 28% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of WD17 in Watford. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,325

Band A-C

72%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

28%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WD17 1.

A0%

B37%

C35%

D20%

E6%

F1%

G0%

WD17 1 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Flats 1 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road North House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Albans House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Albert Road North House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Clarendon Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Studios Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in WD17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3798 occurrences · Code H
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3263 occurrences · Code M
3
Internal or external wall insulation
2752 occurrences · Code C
4
Solar water heating
2607 occurrences · Code L
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1477 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WD17 1

: The average EPC rating in WD17 1 is band B. This is based on 1,325 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.
: 28% of properties in WD17 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 72% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WD17 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,798 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,263 properties), and internal or external wall insulation (2,752 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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