A new survey has revealed the regional breakdown of EPC ratings in residential properties.
|
Region |
Number of Lodgements (homes) |
Percentage of properties (D – G rating) |
|
Yorkshire and The Humber |
2,336,853 |
64% |
|
West Midlands |
2,324,927 |
62% |
|
East Midlands |
2,015,508 |
60% |
|
North West |
3,177,718 |
60% |
|
South West |
2,427,620 |
59% |
|
North East |
1,221,294 |
58% |
|
East of England |
2,525,561 |
56% |
|
South East |
3,777,354 |
56% |
|
London |
3,796,720 |
53% |
|
Unknown |
10,643 |
n/a |
The data revealed that those living in Yorkshire and the Humber have, on average, the worst homes for energy efficiency in all of England. Just over a third (36 per cent) of the homes are EPC rated A – C.
In the West Midlands, of the 2.3 million homes, 62 per cent do not meet C or above – the second worst result in the country. Closely following behind are the East Midlands and North West, both on 60 per cent.
London has by far the highest quantity of homes with an EPC rating of A – C at 47 per cent. leaving 53 per cent falling into the D – G category.
James Farquharson, director at J F Heating – which conducted the research – says: “Families up and down the country have been feeling the pinch in 2023, with budgets tighter than ever. Exorbitant energy bills will cause undue stress to those struggling with heating their homes, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Improving the EPC rating of a property can save you money on each and every energy bill going forwards.
“Alongside the basics of keeping doors and windows closed during winter, consider fitting something like a smart meter, to help with monitoring your energy usage. Couple that with some small home improvements, such as insulation or double glazing, and you’ll start to reap the rewards during the winter months. Not only will your house feel warmer, but you’ll be saving money too.”
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