EPC.Report
D
TR7 St Austell and Newquay
Cornwall Rating D Score: 68 / 100

TR7 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

Looking at the energy data for TR7, this Cornwall district scores an average of 68 out of 100, placing it around the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts TR7 around the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is C, with 20.1% of homes rated A or B and 66.2% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.6% 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.

The area is characterised by houses. Flats make up a notable 39% of homes here. Around 58% of properties are owner-occupied , while 29% are privately rented . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 75% 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 68 to 81 — a 13-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in TR7 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
101 (1.1%)
B
1,755 (19.0%)
C
3,126 (33.9%)
D
2,979 (32.3%)
E
1,027 (11.1%)
F
175 (1.9%)
G
61 (0.7%)

Energy Efficiency Score

68
TR7 avg
67
National avg
+1 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 81 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

4,208
House
3,580
Flat
1,256
Bungalow
180
Maisonette

Tenure

4,566
Owner-occupied
2,295
Private rented
949
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

6,894
gas
2,071
electric
19
oil
240
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in TR7?

Homes in TR7 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 68 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 9,224 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 TR7 are rated F or G?

2.6% of homes in TR7 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 TR7 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 Cornwall →