What is the average EPC rating in WD17 3?

The average EPC rating in WD17 3 is band D. This is based on 840 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.

How many properties in WD17 3 need energy improvements?

76% of properties in WD17 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 24% 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 3

840 properties in WD17 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the WD17 average. 76% 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

840

Band A-C

24%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

76%

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 low energy lighting for all fixed outlets and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Cassiobury Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Grove Wharf House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Farm Field House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Rose Barn House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Cassiobury Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bellmount Wood Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Parkside Drive House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Cassiobury Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Stratford Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hempstead Road House•1 months ago	House	D	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 3

: The average EPC rating in WD17 3 is band D. This is based on 840 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.
: 76% of properties in WD17 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 24% 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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