What is the average EPC rating in BB2 1?

The average EPC rating in BB2 1 is band C. This is based on 1,813 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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the BB2 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 BB2 1

1,813 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

1,813

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
Melville Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Devonport Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wensley Road House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Montague Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Devonport Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Greenhurst Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Summerville Walk Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Greenhurst Close Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Addison Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Carlinghurst Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 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
23481 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
20123 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
16447 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
9576 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
7042 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BB2 1

: The average EPC rating in BB2 1 is band C. This is based on 1,813 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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the BB2 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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