What is the average EPC rating in LA15 8?

The average EPC rating in LA15 8 is band D. This is based on 2,451 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Barrow-in-Furness.

How many properties in LA15 8 need energy improvements?

74% of properties in LA15 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in LA15?

The most frequently recommended improvements in LA15 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,771 properties), solar water heating (2,479 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,664 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in LA15 8

2,451 properties in LA15 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the LA15 average. 74% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of LA15 in Barrow-in-Furness. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,451

Band A-C

26%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

74%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across LA15 8.

A1%

B4%

C21%

D49%

E19%

F4%

G2%

Most properties in LA15 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in LA15 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Crooklands Terrace House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Old School House House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Whimbrel Lane House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Silvertop Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	G	Today	View report
Whimbrel Lane House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
The Old Co-Op Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Queen Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Ann Street House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Longlands Cottage House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Bankside House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in LA15

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2771 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
2479 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1664 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1400 occurrences · Code 7
5
Cavity wall insulation
978 occurrences · Code 6

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about LA15 8

: The average EPC rating in LA15 8 is band D. This is based on 2,451 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Barrow-in-Furness.
: 74% of properties in LA15 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in LA15 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,771 properties), solar water heating (2,479 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,664 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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