Data from 22,161 property assessments shows IG11 averaging 73 out of 100, placing it above the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so IG11 is above that benchmark. The most common rating band is B, with 38.0% of homes rated A or B and 53.8% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 1% 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 IG11 and you will mostly see flats. Flats alone account for 63% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 42% of properties are owner-occupied , while 32% are privately rented and 26% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 59% 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 73 to 81 — a 8-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in IG11 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.