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BN27 Lewes
Wealden Rating C Score: 70 / 100

BN27 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

Looking at the energy data for BN27, this Wealden district scores an average of 70 out of 100, placing it around the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts BN27 around the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is C, with 27.7% of homes rated A or B and 60.3% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.9% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a C rating suggests reasonably efficient homes, though there is still room for improvement on heating and insulation.

The area is characterised by houses. Around 73% of properties are owner-occupied and 17% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 82% of homes, which is typical for urban areas across England.

There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 70 to 84 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in BN27 and want to reduce your energy bills, start with our guide to loft insulation — it is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make.

EPC Rating Distribution

A
169 (1.5%)
B
3,031 (26.2%)
C
3,694 (32.0%)
D
3,270 (28.3%)
E
1,053 (9.1%)
F
248 (2.1%)
G
86 (0.7%)

Energy Efficiency Score

70
BN27 avg
67
National avg
+3 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 84 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →

More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

8,128
House
1,461
Flat
1,657
Bungalow
144
Maisonette
161
Park home

Tenure

6,112
Owner-occupied
896
Private rented
1,387
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

9,461
gas
1,263
electric
667
oil
160
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in BN27?

Homes in BN27 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 70 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 11,551 certificates issued across the district.

This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful.

What percentage of homes in BN27 are rated F or G?

2.9% of homes in BN27 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.

This is actually better than the national picture, suggesting the housing stock in BN27 is in relatively good shape — though any home rated F or G would still benefit enormously from basic upgrades. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.

See all EPC data for Wealden →