Landlords and property owners on the Isles of Scilly could be paying the most in energy bills, with only 12.3% of homes rated EPC band C or above, data from EG Propertylink reveals.
Gwynedd in Wales ranks second, with 25.62% and Pendle in Lancashire is third, with 28.94%.
Surprisingly Tower Hamlets in London could be paying the least in energy bills, with 80.89% of homes rated C or above.
New data has uncovered the areas in England and Wales that could be paying the most in energy bills due to poor energy efficiency.
BAND C AND ABOVE
The research was conducted by commercial property marketplace EG Propertylink who gathered data from GOV.UK on the percentage of homes rated EPC band C or above for the 10 year period Q2 2014 to Q1 2024.
VULNERABLE
Chloe Ward, Product Manager at EG Propertylink, says: “These insights into energy efficiency underscore the importance of updating and insulating homes across the UK, particularly as energy costs continue to rise.
“In areas like the Isles of Scilly and Gwynedd, where fewer than a quarter of homes are rated at band C or above, residents are more vulnerable to the impact of energy price hikes.
“Improving energy efficiency not only helps to lower household bills but also contributes to reducing carbon emissions and promoting a more sustainable future.
“Initiatives that support insulation improvements and other efficiency upgrades could make a substantial difference for residents, especially in regions with older housing stock.”
Isles of Scilly – 12.3%
Topping the list, the Isles of Scilly could be paying the highest energy bills, with only 12.3% of homes reaching the minimum energy efficiency benchmark of EPC band C or above.
Gwynedd – 25.62%
In second place, Gwynedd has only 25.62% of homes rated band C or above, leaving many residents with higher-than-average heating costs. Poor energy efficiency could mean a financial strain on households, especially during colder months.
Pendle – 28.94%
Pendle ranks third with just under 29% of homes meeting energy efficiency standards. This low figure suggests many residents may be incurring higher energy expenses, impacting overall living costs in the area.
Castle Point – 29.68%
Castle Point, with 29.68% of homes rated C or above, ranks fourth. This reflects a large number of homes that fall short of adequate insulation and other energy-saving measures, contributing to increased energy expenses.
Staffordshire Moorlands – 29.81%
Just barely exceeding Castle Point, Staffordshire Moorlands holds a 29.81% efficiency rate. The area’s older housing stock may be contributing to higher energy bills, creating a challenge for residents in managing heating costs.
Ceredigion – 30.2%
At 30.2%, Ceredigion sits in the sixth spot, with many homes lacking the necessary upgrades for energy efficiency. This places pressure on households to cover higher energy expenditures.
Hyndburn – 31%
With only 31% of homes rated band C or above, Hyndburn ranks seventh. This low percentage may leave many residents vulnerable to fluctuating energy costs and higher winter heating bills.
Blackpool – 31.53%
Blackpool ranks eighth, with 31.53% of its homes meeting energy efficiency standards. This figure suggests that many residents may see rising energy bills, underscoring the need for energy-saving improvements.
Powys – 32.27%
Powys ranks ninth, with 32.27% rated C or above. Households may be burdened by higher heating and energy costs, exacerbating financial pressures on residents.
Bradford – 32.58%
Closing the top ten list, Bradford has 32.58% of homes rated band C or above. The area’s residents may face significant energy costs, with many homes needing substantial upgrades to meet efficiency standards.
