EC2Y is around the national average for energy efficiency.
4.3% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
When it comes to energy performance, EC2Y in City of London manages an average of 67 out of 100, placing it around the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts EC2Y around the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is C, with 21.3% of homes rated A or B and 60.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 4.3% 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 flats. Flats alone account for 94% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 52% of properties are owner-occupied , while 45% are privately rented . That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in EC2Y 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.
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 67 to 70 — a 3-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in EC2Y 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: 70 (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 EC2Y are privately rented — private rental properties often have lower EPC ratings.
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in EC2Y?
Homes in EC2Y have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 67 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 1,470 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 EC2Y are rated F or G?
4.3% of homes in EC2Y fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means EC2Y 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.