What is the average EPC rating in W1U 5?

The average EPC rating in W1U 5 is band C. This is based on 569 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Westminster.

How many properties in W1U 5 need energy improvements?

47% of properties in W1U 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in W1U?

The most frequently recommended improvements in W1U are internal or external wall insulation (2,716 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,123 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (1,961 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in W1U 5

569 properties in W1U 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the W1U average. 47% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of W1U in Westminster. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

569

Band A-C

53%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

47%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across W1U 5.

A1%

B11%

C41%

D33%

E11%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in W1U 5 is typical for the W1U 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
Luxborough Tower Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Chiltern Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Paddington Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Second Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Nottingham Mansions Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Oldbury Place House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gem House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Gem House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Paddington Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in W1U

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Internal or external wall insulation
2716 occurrences · Code C
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2123 occurrences · Code H
3
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows
1961 occurrences · Code F
4
Draught proofing
681 occurrences · Code G
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
394 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about W1U 5

: The average EPC rating in W1U 5 is band C. This is based on 569 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Westminster.
: 47% of properties in W1U 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in W1U are internal or external wall insulation (2,716 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,123 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (1,961 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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