The 2,536 EPC certificates on record for RM19 paint a clear picture — the area averages 70 out of 100, placing it around the national average. The national average is 67, which means RM19 performs roughly in line with the rest of the country. The most common rating band is C, with 11.2% of homes rated A or B and 81.2% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.7% 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.

Flats make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats alone account for 55% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 49% of properties are owner-occupied , while 34% are privately rented and 16% are social housing. A significant share of homes here rely on electric heating, which tends to be more expensive per unit of energy than gas.

There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 70 to 81 — a 11-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in RM19 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.