Postcode sector
EPC ratings in BB1 3
1,334 properties in BB1 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BB1 average. 58% 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.
EPC distribution
Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB1 3.
Energy efficiency in BB1 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Hazel Grove House•1 months ago | House | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Abbott Clough Avenue House•1 months ago | House | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Lyndhurst Avenue House•1 months ago | House | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Hazel Grove Bungalow•1 months ago | Bungalow | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Richmond Crescent House•1 months ago | House | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Avondale Avenue House•1 months ago | House | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Waverley Road Bungalow•1 months ago | Bungalow | C | 1 months ago | View report |
Richmond Crescent House•1 months ago | House | E | 1 months ago | View report |
Lyndhurst Avenue House•1 months ago | House | D | 1 months ago | View report |
Lyndhurst Avenue House•1 months ago | House | C | 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
23136 occurrences · Code 34
- 2
Solar water heating
19968 occurrences · Code 19
- 3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
16987 occurrences · Code 35
- 4
Cavity wall insulation
9274 occurrences · Code 6
- 5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
7507 occurrences · Code 20
Frequently asked questions about BB1 3
The average EPC rating in BB1 3 is band D. This is based on 1,334 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
58% of properties in BB1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
Common EPC improvements recommended in the BB1 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.
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