What is the average EPC rating in OX26 1?

The average EPC rating in OX26 1 is band B. This is based on 2,684 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.

How many properties in OX26 1 need energy improvements?

6% of properties in OX26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 94% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OX26?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OX26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,031 properties), solar water heating (12,244 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,157 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OX26 1

2,684 properties in OX26 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the OX26 average. Only 6% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of OX26 in Cherwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,684

Band A-C

94%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OX26 1.

A5%

B79%

C9%

D3%

E2%

F1%

G0%

OX26 1 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Direlton Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Bayberry Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Bayberry Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Blossom Street House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OX26

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13031 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
12244 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6157 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4289 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4058 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OX26 1

: The average EPC rating in OX26 1 is band B. This is based on 2,684 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.
: 6% of properties in OX26 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 94% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OX26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,031 properties), solar water heating (12,244 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,157 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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