What is the average EPC rating in BB1 2?

The average EPC rating in BB1 2 is band D. This is based on 2,685 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.

How many properties in BB1 2 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in BB1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BB1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BB1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (23,767 properties), solar water heating (20,004 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (17,068 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BB1 2

2,685 properties in BB1 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BB1 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BB1 in Blackburn with Darwen. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,685

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB1 2.

A0%

B6%

C37%

D41%

E12%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in BB1 2 is typical for the BB1 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Delph Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bank Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Bank Lane House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Peel Mount House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Knuzden Brook House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Peel Mount House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Accrington Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Haslingden Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Blackamoor Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Hardman Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BB1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
23767 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
20004 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
17068 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
9485 occurrences · Code B
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
7539 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BB1 2

: The average EPC rating in BB1 2 is band D. This is based on 2,685 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
: 56% of properties in BB1 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BB1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (23,767 properties), solar water heating (20,004 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (17,068 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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