WC2A is above average for energy efficiency — better than most areas in England and Wales.
The 350 EPC certificates on record for WC2A paint a clear picture — the area averages 82 out of 100, placing it above the national average. The national average is 67, which means WC2A performs better than most areas. The most common rating band is B, with 77.7% of homes rated A or B and 20.9% in the C or D bands. In practical terms, a B rating indicates well-insulated homes with efficient heating — energy bills here tend to be well below average.
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 43% of properties are owner-occupied , while 44% are privately rented . That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in WC2A 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.
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 82 to 83 — a 1-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in WC2A 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: 83 (rating B)
Recommended Improvements
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
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Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in WC2A?
Homes in WC2A have an average EPC rating of B, scoring 82 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 350 certificates issued across the district.
To put that in perspective, WC2A performs better than most areas in England and Wales — the national average is just 67.
What percentage of homes in WC2A are rated F or G?
0% of homes in WC2A 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 WC2A 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.