EPC.Report
C
SW8 Battersea
Wandsworth Rating C Score: 73 / 100

SW8 is above average for energy efficiency — better than most areas in England and Wales.

Energy efficiency in SW8 (Wandsworth) sits at an average score of 73 out of 100, placing it above the national average. To put this in context, the national average sits at 67. The most common rating band is C, with 30.9% of homes rated A or B and 64.1% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.6% 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 flats. Flats alone account for 84% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 35% of properties are owner-occupied , while 30% are privately rented and 35% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 62% 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 73 to 79 — a 6-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in SW8 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
5 (0.0%)
B
5,592 (30.8%)
C
7,391 (40.8%)
D
4,238 (23.4%)
E
804 (4.4%)
F
74 (0.4%)
G
32 (0.2%)

Energy Efficiency Score

73
SW8 avg
67
National avg
+6 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 79 (rating C)

Recommended Improvements

Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →

More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

15,150
Flat
1,591
Maisonette
1,378
House
17
Bungalow

Tenure

4,795
Owner-occupied
4,173
Private rented
4,745
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

11,172
gas
2,111
electric
1
oil
4,852
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in SW8?

Homes in SW8 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 73 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 18,136 certificates issued across the district.

To put that in perspective, SW8 performs better than most areas in England and Wales — the national average is just 67.

What percentage of homes in SW8 are rated F or G?

0.6% of homes in SW8 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 SW8 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 Wandsworth →