RG45 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
Data from 4,711 property assessments shows RG45 averaging 70 out of 100, placing it around the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so RG45 is around that benchmark. The most common rating band is D, with 28.0% of homes rated A or B and 61.7% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 1.6% 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 RG45 and you will mostly see houses. Flats make up a notable 22% of homes here. Around 81% of properties are owner-occupied . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 87% 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 70 to 82 — a 12-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in RG45 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 RG45?
Homes in RG45 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 70 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 4,711 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 RG45 are rated F or G?
1.6% of homes in RG45 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 RG45 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.