What is the average EPC rating in WD18 8?

The average EPC rating in WD18 8 is band B. This is based on 774 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.

How many properties in WD18 8 need energy improvements?

8% of properties in WD18 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 92% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WD18?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WD18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,950 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,870 properties), and solar water heating (4,311 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WD18 8

774 properties in WD18 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the WD18 average. Only 8% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of WD18 in Watford. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

774

Band A-C

92%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WD18 8.

A0%

B61%

C31%

D8%

E0%

F0%

G0%

WD18 8 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
Basildon Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Basildon Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Byewaters House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Evensyde House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Evensyde Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Basildon Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Basildon Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Evensyde House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Acer Point Flat•7 months ago	Flat	B	7 months ago	View report
Acer Point Flat•7 months ago	Flat	B	7 months ago	View report

Common improvements in WD18

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4950 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4870 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
4311 occurrences · Code L
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3975 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2007 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WD18 8

: The average EPC rating in WD18 8 is band B. This is based on 774 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Watford.
: 8% of properties in WD18 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 92% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WD18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,950 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,870 properties), and solar water heating (4,311 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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