What is the average EPC rating in BL3 6?

The average EPC rating in BL3 6 is band C. This is based on 1,645 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.

How many properties in BL3 6 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in BL3 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BL3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (21,326 properties), solar water heating (18,640 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (15,586 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BL3 6

1,645 properties in BL3 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the BL3 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BL3 in Bolton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,645

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BL3 6.

A0%

B9%

C38%

D38%

E13%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BL3 6 is typical for the BL3 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
Hargreaves House Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Pike Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Norden Court House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Bridgeman Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Pike Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Rothwell Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
View Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Sandham Walk Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Fletcher Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Weavers Court Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in BL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
21326 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
18640 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
15586 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
7538 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
6472 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BL3 6

: The average EPC rating in BL3 6 is band C. This is based on 1,645 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.
: 53% of properties in BL3 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (21,326 properties), solar water heating (18,640 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (15,586 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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