For the 1,661 homes assessed in TR5, the average energy score comes in at 56 out of 100, placing it below the national average. The national average is 67, which means TR5 performs below most areas. The most common rating band is E, with 15.7% of homes rated A or B and 38.7% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 18.2% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, an E rating signals significant energy waste. In practical terms, households here could be spending £400-600 more per year on energy than they need to.

Houses make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Around 69% of properties are owner-occupied , while 21% are privately rented . 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 56 to 81 — a 25-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 TR5 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.