IP27 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
4.9% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
Energy efficiency in IP27 (West Suffolk) sits at an average score of 62 out of 100, placing it below the national average. To put this in context, the national average sits at 67. The most common rating band is D, with 5.8% of homes rated A or B and 71.3% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 4.9% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a rating of D means many homes here lose more heat than average — potentially adding £200-400 per year to energy bills compared to a C-rated home.
Most of the housing stock here consists of houses. Around 63% of properties are owner-occupied , while 27% are privately rented .
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 62 to 82 — a 20-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in IP27 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: 82 (rating B)
Recommended Improvements
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in IP27?
Homes in IP27 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 62 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 6,526 certificates issued across the district.
That is below the national average of 67, which means there is real scope to improve energy efficiency here. A D rating typically means higher-than-necessary heating bills, especially in older properties without adequate insulation.
What percentage of homes in IP27 are rated F or G?
4.9% of homes in IP27 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means IP27 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.