The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
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E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
This E-rated rental property currently meets the minimum standard (E or above). However, with the proposed upgrade to C by 2028, landlords will need to invest in improvements. Planning now — rather than at the last minute — allows you to take advantage of grants and spread costs.
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£2,350
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£868
potential per year
This property costs approximately £550 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £1,482 annually.
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This semi-detached flat is located in HUDDERSFIELD, HD1 5QB. The property offers 150m² (1615 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (42/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2350, comprising £2067 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £149 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. For landlords: This property currently meets the minimum E rating requirement under MEES regulations. However, the government has proposed increasing the minimum to C by 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies, so consider planning upgrades now.
Current Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 May 2016
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
(another dwelling below)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
27.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 27% of fixed outlets
Full Address
31a, Mountjoy Road
HD1 5QB
HUDDERSFIELD
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
150.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
415 kWh/m²/year
HUDDERSFIELD has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
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🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2067 /yr
Save £1402/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£134 /yr
Save £17/yr
💡 Lighting
27.0% low energy
£149 /yr
Save £63/yr
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The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
violent crime
162 incidents (32%)
Shoplifting
59 incidents (12%)
Public order
51 incidents (10%)
Drugs
49 incidents (10%)
Anti-social behaviour
47 incidents (9%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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