HP17 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
3.4% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
Data from 3,729 property assessments shows HP17 averaging 69 out of 100, placing it around the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so HP17 is around that benchmark. The most common rating band is B, with 29.5% of homes rated A or B and 57.0% 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 B rating indicates well-insulated homes with efficient heating — energy bills here tend to be well below average.
Walk through HP17 and you will mostly see houses. Around 78% of properties are owner-occupied . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 80% 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 69 to 83 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in HP17 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: 83 (rating B)
Recommended Improvements
Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →
More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in HP17?
Homes in HP17 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 69 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 3,729 certificates issued across the district.
This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful.
What percentage of homes in HP17 are rated F or G?
3.4% of homes in HP17 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means HP17 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.