EPC.Report
D
WR13 North Herefordshire
Malvern Hills Rating D Score: 62 / 100

WR13 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

10.2% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.

When it comes to energy performance, WR13 in Malvern Hills manages an average of 62 out of 100, placing it below the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts WR13 below the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is D, with 18.6% of homes rated A or B and 50.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 10.2% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a rating of D means many homes here lose more heat than average — potentially adding £200-400 per year to energy bills compared to a C-rated home.

The area is characterised by houses. Around 76% of properties are owner-occupied . 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 62 to 82 — a 20-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in WR13 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

A
40 (1.5%)
B
460 (17.1%)
C
537 (20.0%)
D
831 (30.9%)
E
543 (20.2%)
F
204 (7.6%)
G
70 (2.6%)

Energy Efficiency Score

62
WR13 avg
67
National avg
-5 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 82 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →

More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

2,040
House
481
Bungalow
4
Park home
21
Maisonette
139
Flat

Tenure

1,663
Owner-occupied
307
Private rented
224
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

1,549
gas
442
electric
628
oil
66
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in WR13?

Homes in WR13 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 62 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 2,685 certificates issued across the district.

That is below the national average of 67, which means there is real scope to improve energy efficiency here. A D rating typically means higher-than-necessary heating bills, especially in older properties without adequate insulation.

What percentage of homes in WR13 are rated F or G?

10.2% of homes in WR13 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.

That means WR13 has a higher-than-average proportion of poorly insulated homes. On the positive side, many of these properties may qualify for free improvements through government schemes like ECO4 or the Great British Insulation Scheme. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.

See all EPC data for Malvern Hills →