What is the average EPC rating in M26 1?

The average EPC rating in M26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,653 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bury.

How many properties in M26 1 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in M26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in M26?

The most frequently recommended improvements in M26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,059 properties), solar water heating (11,754 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,786 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in M26 1

3,653 properties in M26 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the M26 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of M26 in Bury. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,653

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across M26 1.

A0%

B5%

C41%

D42%

E9%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in M26 1 is typical for the M26 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
Elm Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Outwood Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Cloughbank House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Beech Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fernside Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Albion Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stand Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	F	1 months ago	View report
Hazel Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stand Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Ringley Road West House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in M26

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13059 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11754 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8786 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
4931 occurrences · Code B
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3767 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about M26 1

: The average EPC rating in M26 1 is band D. This is based on 3,653 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Bury.
: 54% of properties in M26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in M26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,059 properties), solar water heating (11,754 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,786 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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