Question 1

How does HouseData generate property risk reports?

Accepted Answer

HouseData aggregates open data from Land Registry, the EPC Register, the Environment Agency, and local planning portals. Machine learning models (XGBoost, Random Forest) infer risk scores for flood, contamination, planning, and development proximity — delivered as an instant report.

Question 2

Is HouseData suitable for conveyancers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. HouseData's PRISM product provides a Consent Gap Score for conveyancers, cross-referencing EPC time-series data against planning, heritage, and flood data to flag undisclosed alterations and reduce professional liability exposure.

Question 3

What data sources does HouseData use?

Accepted Answer

HouseData aggregates Land Registry Price Paid Data, the EPC Register, Environment Agency flood risk data, Planning Portal records, and local planning authority feeds covering 425+ councils across England, Wales, and Scotland.

Question 4

Is HouseData free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, searching property data is completely free with no sign-up required. Search any postcode in England, Wales, or Scotland to view EPC ratings, price history, flood risk, planning applications, and more.

Question 5

What areas does HouseData cover?

Accepted Answer

HouseData covers all residential and commercial properties across England, Wales, and Scotland, including 26M+ indexed transactions and EPC certificates from 2008 onwards.

Question 6

What is the MEES 2030 deadline for landlords?

Accepted Answer

Under proposed MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards) regulations, all rental properties in England and Wales will need to achieve a minimum EPC C rating by 2030. New tenancies are proposed to require EPC C from 2028. Non-compliance could result in fines of up to £30,000 per property.

Question 7

How can landlords check their EPC compliance?

Accepted Answer

HouseData's Portfolio Checker lets landlords add rental properties, instantly see their EPC rating and compliance status, view estimated upgrade costs, and check grant eligibility — free for up to 5 properties.

Question 8

What grants are available for landlords to improve EPC ratings?

Accepted Answer

Several grant schemes may help landlords improve EPC ratings, including ECO4 (Energy Company Obligation), the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS), and regional schemes like Home Energy Scotland and Nest Wales. Eligibility depends on EPC rating, tenure, council tax band, and household income. Use HouseData's free grant checker to see which schemes your property qualifies for.

Question 9

Does HouseData offer a digital property logbook?

Accepted Answer

Yes. HouseData automatically creates a digital property logbook for every property you add to your account. The logbook is populated from public records — including EPC certificates, planning history, Land Registry price data, and environmental risk assessments — and lets you upload your own documents such as gas safety certificates, EICRs, warranties, and surveys. Free for up to 5 properties.

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