What is the average EPC rating in YO26 5?

The average EPC rating in YO26 5 is band D. This is based on 3,226 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in York.

How many properties in YO26 5 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in YO26 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in YO26?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the YO26 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in YO26 5

3,226 properties in YO26 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the YO26 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of YO26 in York. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,226

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across YO26 5.

A0%

B7%

C32%

D48%

E10%

F2%

G0%

Most properties in YO26 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in YO26 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
The Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Barlow Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Knapton Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Dane Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Birkdale Grove House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Newlands Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Beckfield Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Albion Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Manor Drive North House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in YO26

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
9991 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
9438 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5715 occurrences · Code 35
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2710 occurrences · Code 20
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2640 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about YO26 5

: The average EPC rating in YO26 5 is band D. This is based on 3,226 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in York.
: 61% of properties in YO26 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the YO26 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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