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TN34 Hastings and Rye
Hastings Rating D Score: 64 / 100

TN34 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

The 11,730 EPC certificates on record for TN34 paint a clear picture — the area averages 64 out of 100, placing it around the national average. The national average is 67, which means TN34 performs roughly in line with the rest of the country. The most common rating band is D, with 6.9% of homes rated A or B and 75.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.8% 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.

Houses make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats make up a notable 39% of homes here. Around 55% of properties are owner-occupied , while 31% are privately rented . 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 64 to 79 — a 15-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in TN34 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
10 (0.1%)
B
803 (6.8%)
C
3,877 (33.1%)
D
5,026 (42.8%)
E
1,689 (14.4%)
F
250 (2.1%)
G
75 (0.6%)

Energy Efficiency Score

64
TN34 avg
67
National avg
-3 points vs national average

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

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

5,382
House
4,568
Flat
1,132
Bungalow
648
Maisonette

Tenure

6,051
Owner-occupied
3,420
Private rented
1,517
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

9,762
gas
1,871
electric
4
oil
93
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in TN34?

Homes in TN34 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 64 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 11,730 certificates issued across the district.

This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful. A D rating typically means higher-than-necessary heating bills, especially in older properties without adequate insulation.

What percentage of homes in TN34 are rated F or G?

2.8% of homes in TN34 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 TN34 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.

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