EC1V is above average for energy efficiency — better than most areas in England and Wales.
The 8,447 EPC certificates on record for EC1V paint a clear picture — the area averages 74 out of 100, placing it above the national average. The national average is 67, which means EC1V performs better than most areas. The most common rating band is C, with 37.0% of homes rated A or B and 57.5% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.4% 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.
Flats make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats alone account for 91% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 26% of properties are owner-occupied , while 35% are privately rented and 39% are social housing.
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 74 to 77 — a 3-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in EC1V 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
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in EC1V?
Homes in EC1V have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 74 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 8,447 certificates issued across the district.
To put that in perspective, EC1V performs better than most areas in England and Wales — the national average is just 67.
What percentage of homes in EC1V are rated F or G?
0.4% of homes in EC1V 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 EC1V 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.