What is the average EPC rating in BL2 5?

The average EPC rating in BL2 5 is band C. This is based on 3,191 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.

How many properties in BL2 5 need energy improvements?

47% of properties in BL2 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BL2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BL2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,448 properties), solar water heating (13,539 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,333 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BL2 5

3,191 properties in BL2 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the BL2 average. 47% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BL2 in Bolton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,191

Band A-C

53%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

47%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BL2 5.

A0%

B9%

C44%

D36%

E8%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BL2 5 is typical for the BL2 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
Ashness Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Yewdale Gardens Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Harden Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fairmount Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Withins Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Monks Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Crossdale Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Crossdale Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Denstone Crescent Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Grantchester Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BL2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15448 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
13539 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11333 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
5246 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4364 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BL2 5

: The average EPC rating in BL2 5 is band C. This is based on 3,191 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.
: 47% of properties in BL2 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 53% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BL2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,448 properties), solar water heating (13,539 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,333 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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