Across 1,453 assessed properties, WC2H achieves an average EPC score of 69 out of 100, placing it around the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so WC2H is around that benchmark. The most common rating band is C, with 8.5% of homes rated A or B and 81.6% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 1.7% 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.

Walk through WC2H and you will mostly see flats. Flats alone account for 90% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 32% of properties are owner-occupied , while 43% are privately rented and 24% are social housing. That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in WC2H 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 67% 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 69 to 77 — a 8-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in WC2H 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.