EPC Certificate Check
Free energy performance certificate lookup for any property in England and Wales. Official EPC data including A–G ratings, SAP scores, CO2 emissions, and improvement recommendations.
Check a property EPC →EPC Rating Bands Explained
Energy Performance Certificates use a seven-band scale (A–G) based on the SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) score. Band A is the most energy efficient; Band G is the least efficient.
What EPC data includes
- ✓Current energy efficiency band (A–G)
- ✓Potential band if improvements are made
- ✓SAP score (numerical energy efficiency rating)
- ✓Estimated annual energy costs
- ✓CO2 emissions (tonnes per year)
- ✓Improvement recommendations and cost savings
- ✓Certificate date and valid-until date
- ✓Property type, floor area, and construction details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an EPC certificate?
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates the energy efficiency of a property on a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It includes the current rating, a potential rating, estimated energy costs, and recommendations for improving energy efficiency. EPCs are required when a property is built, sold, or let.
How do I check the EPC rating of a property?
You can search for any property on Property Passport UK by entering its postcode or full address. We display the current EPC rating, the certificate date, SAP score, and full recommendations directly from the official EPC Register maintained by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.
How long does an EPC last?
An EPC is valid for 10 years from the date it was issued. A new EPC is required if the property undergoes significant structural changes or if the existing certificate has expired and the property is being sold or let.
What EPC rating do I need to rent out my property?
Under the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations, privately rented properties in England and Wales must have an EPC rating of at least E. Properties rated F or G cannot lawfully be let to new tenants without a valid exemption.
What is a SAP rating on an EPC?
SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) is the methodology used to calculate a property's energy performance. The SAP score ranges from 1 to 100+: scores of 1–20 indicate very poor efficiency (typically G-rated), while scores of 92–100+ indicate excellent efficiency (A-rated). The SAP score directly determines the A–G EPC band.
Is EPC data free to access?
Yes. EPC data for all domestic properties in England and Wales is publicly available from the official EPC Register. Property Passport UK surfaces this data for free alongside sold prices, and flood risk information.