What is the average EPC rating in OX26 1?

The average EPC rating in OX26 1 is band B. This is based on 2,662 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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the OX26 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 OX26 1

2,662 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

2,662

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.

A4%

B80%

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
Catterick Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Kempton Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wetherby Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Banks Furlong House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Catterick Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pontefract Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Banks Furlong House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Kempton Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Whitelands Way House•1 months ago	House	C	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
12682 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
12209 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6130 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4106 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4019 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OX26 1

: The average EPC rating in OX26 1 is band B. This is based on 2,662 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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the OX26 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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