What is the average EPC rating in BB3 1?

The average EPC rating in BB3 1 is band D. This is based on 2,445 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.

How many properties in BB3 1 need energy improvements?

65% of properties in BB3 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BB3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BB3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,952 properties), solar water heating (12,268 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,425 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BB3 1

2,445 properties in BB3 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BB3 average. 65% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of BB3 in Blackburn with Darwen. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,445

Band A-C

35%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

65%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BB3 1.

A1%

B11%

C24%

D46%

E16%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in BB3 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BB3 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
Falcon Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Sunnyhurst Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Sunnyhurst Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Park House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sunnyhurst Terrace House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
-21 Bolton Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Park House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Alexandra View House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Aysgarth Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Barley Bank Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BB3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13952 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
12268 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9425 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
5746 occurrences · Code C
5
Cavity wall insulation
5038 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BB3 1

: The average EPC rating in BB3 1 is band D. This is based on 2,445 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Blackburn with Darwen.
: 65% of properties in BB3 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BB3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,952 properties), solar water heating (12,268 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,425 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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