How energy efficient are rented homes?

How energy efficient are rented homes?

In this quick article we take at a look at just how energy efficient are our homes

  • The government has proposed to increase the minimum energy efficient standards for the private rented sector to EPC Band C by 2030. Consultation is underway and finishes at the end of the year.
  • Around 5 million households across England and Wales live in the private rented sector. Dataloft estimates that less than half (45%) of stock already meets the proposed minimum standard based on the profile of new tenancies over the past 12 months.
  • The North West is estimated to have the largest proportion of compliant properties (52%), with Wales having the least (38%).
  • Landlords may wish to start reviewing stock in their portfolios and/or, preparing to make the necessary upgrades. Source Dataloft Rental Market Analytics


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