M14 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
Based on 16,845 Energy Performance Certificates, M14 in Manchester has an average EPC score of 67 out of 100, placing it around the national average. To put this in context, the national average sits at 67. The most common rating band is C, with 7.2% of homes rated A or B and 82.2% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 1.3% 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.
Most of the housing stock here consists of houses. Flats make up a notable 35% of homes here. Around 29% of properties are owner-occupied , while 43% are privately rented and 28% are social housing. That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in M14 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. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 85% 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 67 to 81 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in M14 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: 81 (rating B)
Recommended Improvements
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Over 35% of homes in M14 are privately rented — private rental properties often have lower EPC ratings.
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in M14?
Homes in M14 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 67 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 16,845 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 M14 are rated F or G?
1.3% of homes in M14 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
This is actually better than the national picture, suggesting the housing stock in M14 is in relatively good shape — though any home rated F or G would still benefit enormously from basic upgrades. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.