What is the average EPC rating in BB2 6?

The average EPC rating in BB2 6 is band D. This is based on 2,779 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.

How many properties in BB2 6 need energy improvements?

81% of properties in BB2 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 19% 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 (23,481 properties), solar water heating (20,123 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,447 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BB2 6

2,779 properties in BB2 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BB2 average. 81% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

2,779

Band A-C

19%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

81%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB2 6.

A0%

B2%

C16%

D44%

E29%

F7%

G2%

Most properties in BB2 6 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BB2 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Buncer Lane House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Wain Court Flat•2 months ago	Flat	C	2 months ago	View report
Leamington Close House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Irving Place House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Buncer Lane House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Dukes Brow House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Keepers Cottage House•2 months ago	House	F	2 months ago	View report
Livingstone Road Flat•2 months ago	Flat	D	2 months ago	View report
Livingstone Road Flat•2 months ago	Flat	D	2 months ago	View report
Dukes Brow House•2 months ago	House	D	2 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 6

: The average EPC rating in BB2 6 is band D. This is based on 2,779 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
: 81% of properties in BB2 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 19% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BB2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (23,481 properties), solar water heating (20,123 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,447 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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