New Roundup August 2026
Nottingham Energy & EPC Update – August 2026
The latest figures on EPCs and home energy improvements have been published, giving us a useful snapshot of what is happening across the housing market. Here are the key developments for Nottingham homeowners, landlords and property professionals.
EPC Lodgements Fall 10%
New government figures published on 30 July show that 486,000 EPCs were lodged in England and Wales between April and June 2026 – 10% fewer than during the same period last year.
The fall was particularly noticeable for existing homes, where EPC lodgements dropped by 12%, while EPCs for new-build properties actually increased by 2%.
This could partly reflect activity in the wider housing market, but it also shows just how much of the existing housing stock has yet to be assessed or reassessed.
Warm Homes Funding Continues to Roll Out
The government published its latest Warm Homes: Local Grant figures in August.
The scheme is being delivered through 74 projects involving 271 local authorities and provides energy-efficiency improvements for eligible lower-income households living in properties typically rated EPC D to G.
Measures can include insulation, solar panels and low-carbon heating.
For homeowners considering improvements, it is always worth checking whether funding is available before paying for work yourself.
EPC C Remains the Big Issue for Landlords
There has been no major change to the landlord rules this month, but the 2030 energy-efficiency standard remains an important consideration for the private rented sector.
The current legal minimum remains EPC E, but landlords should increasingly be thinking about how properties currently rated D or E could be improved.
For Nottingham's many older rental properties, understanding the options early can help avoid unnecessary or expensive work later.
Energy Bills Put Efficiency Back in Focus
Households are currently feeling the impact of the latest Ofgem price cap. From July to September, the typical annual figure is £1,862 – 13% higher than the previous cap period.
Higher bills make relatively simple improvements such as insulation and better heating controls particularly relevant, while also increasing the appeal of more energy-efficient homes to buyers and tenants.
What Does This Mean for Nottingham Property Owners?
For homeowners, an EPC can provide a useful starting point for deciding where energy-efficiency improvements are best targeted.
For landlords, now is a sensible time to understand the likely route towards a higher EPC rating rather than waiting until closer to future deadlines.
For letting and estate agents, energy performance and running costs are becoming increasingly important parts of conversations with landlords, sellers, tenants and buyers.
Need an EPC in Nottingham?
All About Energy provides professional domestic EPC assessments throughout Nottingham for homeowners, landlords, letting agents and estate agents.
As well as producing your EPC, we can explain the results and help you understand practical options for improving your property's energy performance.
Visit www.allaboutenergy.uk