BS8 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
3.4% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
For the 9,778 homes assessed in BS8, the average energy score comes in at 63 out of 100, placing it around the national average. The national average is 67, which means BS8 performs roughly in line with the rest of the country. The most common rating band is D, with 6.4% of homes rated A or B and 73.2% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 3.4% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a rating of D means many homes here lose more heat than average — potentially adding £200-400 per year to energy bills compared to a C-rated home.
Flats make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats alone account for 70% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 42% of properties are owner-occupied , while 53% are privately rented . That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in BS8 must comply with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), which currently require at least an EPC E rating. Properties rated F or G cannot legally be let. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 72% 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 63 to 77 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in BS8 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
Energy Efficiency Score
Potential score if all improvements made: 77 (rating C)
Recommended Improvements
Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →
More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Over 35% of homes in BS8 are privately rented — private rental properties often have lower EPC ratings.
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in BS8?
Homes in BS8 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 63 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 9,778 certificates issued across the district.
This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful. A D rating typically means higher-than-necessary heating bills, especially in older properties without adequate insulation.
What percentage of homes in BS8 are rated F or G?
3.4% of homes in BS8 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means BS8 has a higher-than-average proportion of poorly insulated homes. On the positive side, many of these properties may qualify for free improvements through government schemes like ECO4 or the Great British Insulation Scheme. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.