Shock warning - bad EPCs 'could reduce value of older homes'

Shock warning - bad EPCs 'could reduce value of older homes'

A business analyst is warning that the growing emphasis on energy efficiency of homes could spell trouble for the value of older properties.

The Office for National Statistics, in a new report, says properties in England overall have an average energy efficiency rating of 66, and in Wales it’s 64.
That means both are band D on the Energy Performance Certificate ranking.
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Source: Estate Agent Today


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