What is the average EPC rating in BL6 5?

The average EPC rating in BL6 5 is band D. This is based on 3,427 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.

How many properties in BL6 5 need energy improvements?

51% of properties in BL6 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 49% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BL6?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the BL6 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 BL6 5

3,427 properties in BL6 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BL6 average. 51% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of BL6 in Bolton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,427

Band A-C

49%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

51%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BL6 5.

A0%

B17%

C32%

D37%

E11%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BL6 5 is typical for the BL6 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
Manchester Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Hawkshaw Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Clifton Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Festubert Place House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Ridgway House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Chorley Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Evergreen Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tomlinson Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Cheethams House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
New Street House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BL6

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10756 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
9495 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7734 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
3524 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2995 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BL6 5

: The average EPC rating in BL6 5 is band D. This is based on 3,427 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bolton.
: 51% of properties in BL6 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 49% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the BL6 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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