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C
SN12 Melksham and Devizes
Wiltshire Rating C Score: 69 / 100

SN12 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

Energy efficiency in SN12 (Wiltshire) sits at an average score of 69 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 21.6% of homes rated A or B and 65.6% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.2% 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. Around 69% of properties are owner-occupied and 16% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 83% 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 69 to 83 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in SN12 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

A
86 (1.0%)
B
1,839 (20.6%)
C
3,145 (35.3%)
D
2,704 (30.3%)
E
947 (10.6%)
F
149 (1.7%)
G
47 (0.5%)

Energy Efficiency Score

69
SN12 avg
67
National avg
+2 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 83 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

6,783
House
961
Bungalow
1,080
Flat
92
Maisonette
1
Park home

Tenure

4,905
Owner-occupied
1,052
Private rented
1,140
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

7,391
gas
1,058
electric
426
oil
42
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in SN12?

Homes in SN12 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 69 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 8,917 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 SN12 are rated F or G?

2.2% of homes in SN12 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 SN12 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.

See all EPC data for Wiltshire →