What is the average EPC rating in BL1 8?

The average EPC rating in BL1 8 is band C. This is based on 3,917 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.

How many properties in BL1 8 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in BL1 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BL1?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the BL1 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 BL1 8

3,917 properties in BL1 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the BL1 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BL1 in Bolton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,917

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BL1 8.

A0%

B12%

C38%

D36%

E11%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BL1 8 is typical for the BL1 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
Chapelfield Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Astley Brook Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Linwood House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Green Way Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Whitegate Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ventnor Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Saw Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Avenue House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Hill Cot Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Martindale Gardens Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
21617 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
18185 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
17705 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
8789 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
6343 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BL1 8

: The average EPC rating in BL1 8 is band C. This is based on 3,917 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.
: 49% of properties in BL1 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the BL1 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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