What is the average EPC rating in AL8 7?

The average EPC rating in AL8 7 is band D. This is based on 1,971 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Welwyn Hatfield.

How many properties in AL8 7 need energy improvements?

57% of properties in AL8 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in AL8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in AL8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,669 properties), solar water heating (3,299 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,506 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in AL8 7

1,971 properties in AL8 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the AL8 average. 57% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of AL8 in Welwyn Hatfield. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,971

Band A-C

43%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

57%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across AL8 7.

A0%

B3%

C40%

D45%

E10%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in AL8 7 is typical for the AL8 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
Great North Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mannicotts Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Harwood Hill Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Sherrardspark Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Knightsfield House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Digswell Place House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Valley Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ingles House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Harwood Hill House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sherrardspark Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in AL8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3669 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3299 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2506 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1819 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1556 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about AL8 7

: The average EPC rating in AL8 7 is band D. This is based on 1,971 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Welwyn Hatfield.
: 57% of properties in AL8 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in AL8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,669 properties), solar water heating (3,299 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,506 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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