What is the average EPC rating in WD17 3?

The average EPC rating in WD17 3 is band D. This is based on 823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.

How many properties in WD17 3 need energy improvements?

77% of properties in WD17 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WD17?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the WD17 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 WD17 3

823 properties in WD17 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the WD17 average. 77% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

823

Band A-C

23%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

77%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WD17 3.

A0%

B9%

C15%

D45%

E25%

F6%

G0%

Most properties in WD17 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in WD17 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Garden Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Nanterre Court 63-67 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
The Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hempstead Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Harford Drive House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Parkside Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hempstead Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Parkside Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Harford Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Devereux Drive House•1 months ago	House	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
3781 occurrences · Code 35
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3167 occurrences · Code 34
3
Internal or external wall insulation
2752 occurrences · Code 7
4
Solar water heating
2601 occurrences · Code 19
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1460 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WD17 3

: The average EPC rating in WD17 3 is band D. This is based on 823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.
: 77% of properties in WD17 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 23% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the WD17 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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