WR1 is around the national average for energy efficiency.
Data from 5,045 property assessments shows WR1 averaging 66 out of 100, placing it around the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so WR1 is around that benchmark. The most common rating band is C, with 12.0% of homes rated A or B and 70.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.5% 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 WR1 and you will mostly see flats. Flats alone account for 62% of all certificated properties — a distinctly urban profile. Around 45% of properties are owner-occupied , while 41% are privately rented . That high proportion of rental homes matters — landlords in WR1 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 58% 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 66 to 78 — a 12-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. If you live in WR1 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: 78 (rating C)
Recommended Improvements
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More data — property types, tenure & fuel
Property Types
Tenure
Over 35% of homes in WR1 are privately rented — private rental properties often have lower EPC ratings.
Main Fuel Types
Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in WR1?
Homes in WR1 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 66 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 5,045 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 WR1 are rated F or G?
2.5% of homes in WR1 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 WR1 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.