Data from 977 property assessments shows LD6 averaging 60 out of 100, placing it below the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so LD6 is below that benchmark. The most common rating band is D, with 4.2% of homes rated A or B and 67.1% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 10.1% 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.

Walk through LD6 and you will mostly see houses. Around 61% of properties are owner-occupied , while 21% are privately rented and 17% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 67% 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 60 to 82 — a 22-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 LD6 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.