Across 872 assessed properties, EC1M achieves an average EPC score of 72 out of 100, placing it above the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so EC1M is above that benchmark. The most common rating band is C, with 21.9% of homes rated A or B and 70.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.8% 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.

Walk through EC1M and you will mostly see flats. Flats alone account for 93% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 40% of properties are owner-occupied , while 53% are privately rented . That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in EC1M 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 71% 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 72 to 78 — a 6-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in EC1M 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.