WC1G is below average for energy efficiency — most homes here have room to improve.
Across 1 assessed properties, WC1G achieves an average EPC score of 51 out of 100, placing it below the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so WC1G is below that benchmark. The most common rating band is E, with 0.0% of homes rated A or B and 0.0% in the C or D bands. 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.
Walk through WC1G and you will mostly see flats. Flats alone account for 100% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 100% of properties are owner-occupied . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 100% 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 51 to 62 — a 11-point jump that would lift the typical rating to D. If you live in WC1G 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
Energy Efficiency Score
Potential score if all improvements made: 62 (rating D)
Recommended Improvements
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in WC1G?
Homes in WC1G have an average EPC rating of E, scoring 51 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 1 certificates issued across the district.
That is below the national average of 67, which means there is real scope to improve energy efficiency here. An E rating suggests many homes here are losing significant amounts of heat — and money — through poor insulation or outdated heating systems.
What percentage of homes in WC1G are rated F or G?
0% of homes in WC1G 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 WC1G 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.