What is the average EPC rating in WR5 1?

The average EPC rating in WR5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,845 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Worcester.

How many properties in WR5 1 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in WR5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WR5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WR5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,078 properties), solar water heating (10,160 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,529 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WR5 1

3,845 properties in WR5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the WR5 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of WR5 in Worcester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,845

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WR5 1.

A0%

B24%

C27%

D35%

E11%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in WR5 1 is typical for the WR5 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
Peterborough Close House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Cole Hill House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Birdsview Court Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Humber Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
The Heights House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Wylds Lane Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Cole Hill House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Linksview Crescent House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Perry Wood Walk House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Rectory Place Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in WR5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11078 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10160 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6529 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3743 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3232 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WR5 1

: The average EPC rating in WR5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,845 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Worcester.
: 49% of properties in WR5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WR5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,078 properties), solar water heating (10,160 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,529 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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