What is the average EPC rating in BB2 1?

The average EPC rating in BB2 1 is band C. This is based on 1,825 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.

How many properties in BB2 1 need energy improvements?

43% of properties in BB2 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BB2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BB2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (24,138 properties), solar water heating (20,203 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,548 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BB2 1

1,825 properties in BB2 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the BB2 average. 43% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BB2 in Blackburn with Darwen. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,825

Band A-C

57%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

43%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB2 1.

A1%

B8%

C49%

D28%

E11%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in BB2 1 is typical for the BB2 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
Devonport Road House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Apple Court Flat•4 months ago	Flat	C	4 months ago	View report
Redlam House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
Whittaker Street House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
Whalley Banks Flat•4 months ago	Flat	B	4 months ago	View report
Whalley Banks Flat•4 months ago	Flat	B	4 months ago	View report
Whitehead Street House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
Whittaker Street House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Bridgewater Court Flat•4 months ago	Flat	C	4 months ago	View report
Barton Street Flat•4 months ago	Flat	G	4 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BB2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
24138 occurrences
2
Solar water heating
20203 occurrences
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
16548 occurrences
4
Cavity wall insulation
9804 occurrences
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
7067 occurrences

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Frequently asked questions about BB2 1

: The average EPC rating in BB2 1 is band C. This is based on 1,825 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
: 43% of properties in BB2 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BB2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (24,138 properties), solar water heating (20,203 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,548 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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