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CH62 Wirral
Wirral Rating D Score: 65 / 100

CH62 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

Looking at the energy data for CH62, this Wirral district scores an average of 65 out of 100, placing it around the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts CH62 around the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is D, with 12.8% of homes rated A or B and 71.5% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.3% 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.

The area is characterised by houses. Around 63% of properties are owner-occupied and 17% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 94% 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 65 to 82 — a 17-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in CH62 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
13 (0.1%)
B
1,201 (12.7%)
C
2,829 (29.9%)
D
3,935 (41.6%)
E
1,265 (13.4%)
F
163 (1.7%)
G
53 (0.6%)

Energy Efficiency Score

65
CH62 avg
67
National avg
-2 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 82 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

7,372
House
1,493
Flat
495
Bungalow
99
Maisonette

Tenure

5,230
Owner-occupied
1,703
Private rented
1,386
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

8,858
gas
498
electric
6
oil
97
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in CH62?

Homes in CH62 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 65 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 9,459 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 CH62 are rated F or G?

2.3% of homes in CH62 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 CH62 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 Wirral →