What is the average EPC rating in BB1 9?

The average EPC rating in BB1 9 is band D. This is based on 3,109 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.

How many properties in BB1 9 need energy improvements?

72% of properties in BB1 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 28% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BB1?

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.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BB1 9

3,109 properties in BB1 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BB1 average. 72% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

3,109

Band A-C

28%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

72%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB1 9.

A0%

B5%

C22%

D49%

E18%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in BB1 9 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BB1 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Lyndale Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sungarth House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ribchester Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Ely Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
-2 Brook Farm Barn Flat•1 months ago	Flat	A	1 months ago	View report
Ribchester Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ribchester Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Showley Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Ribchester Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hollowhead Close 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

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BB1 9

: The average EPC rating in BB1 9 is band D. This is based on 3,109 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
: 72% of properties in BB1 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 28% 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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