The 3,260 EPC certificates on record for WC1H paint a clear picture — the area averages 71 out of 100, placing it around the national average. The national average is 67, which means WC1H performs roughly in line with the rest of the country. The most common rating band is C, with 12.5% of homes rated A or B and 81.5% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.8% 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.

Flats make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats alone account for 97% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 28% of properties are owner-occupied , while 50% are privately rented and 22% are social housing. That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in WC1H must comply with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), which currently require at least an EPC E rating. Properties rated F or G cannot legally be let. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 88% 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 71 to 78 — a 7-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in WC1H 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.