The number of energy efficient properties changing hands across England is increasing, having risen by 1.5% over the past 12 months to March 2025, with 61.3% of homes now boasting a minimum EPC rating of C according to research from Benham and Reeves.

London recorded the highest proportion of energy efficient properties at 64.3%, making it the best region of the market for energy efficient homes, despite seeing an increase of just 0.6% - the joint lowest along with the South East.

Marc von Grundherr, Director of Benham and Reeves, said: “The growing number of energy-efficient homes changing hands is a positive sign for both buyers and the environment.

“London’s continued leadership highlights the capital’s strength in offering greener housing options, while the significant gains in regions like the West Midlands demonstrate a promising trend nationwide. 

“Improving energy efficiency is critical as we move towards a more sustainable housing market and so it’s great to see that the hard work is being done to boost the quality of housing stock in order to help meet these sustainability targets.”

The West Midlands showed the largest year-on-year growth in the share of energy-efficient homes changing hands, rising by 3.3% to 58.5%. Whilst the East Midlands and East of England also saw notable increases, up 2.9% and 2.3% respectively.

Yorkshire and The Humber increased by +1.8% up to 57.1%, however it is the lowest of all regions in England with an EPC rating of C or better. The North West rose 1.7%.