Data from 1,056 property assessments shows TF8 averaging 61 out of 100, placing it below the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so TF8 is below that benchmark. The most common rating band is D, with 11.5% of homes rated A or B and 59.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 7.8% 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 TF8 and you will mostly see houses. Around 69% of properties are owner-occupied , while 23% are privately rented . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 82% 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 61 to 81 — a 20-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in TF8 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.