What is the average EPC rating in OX5 1?

The average EPC rating in OX5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,387 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.

How many properties in OX5 1 need energy improvements?

51% of properties in OX5 1 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 OX5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OX5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,348 properties), solar water heating (6,706 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,397 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OX5 1

3,387 properties in OX5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the OX5 average. 51% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OX5 in Cherwell. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,387

Band A-C

49%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

51%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OX5 1.

A0%

B7%

C42%

D38%

E11%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OX5 1 is typical for the OX5 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
Rutten Lane House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Hazel Crescent House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Spruce Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
The Ridings House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Chorefields House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Flatford Place House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Flatford Place House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Flatford Place House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Churchill Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hazel Crescent House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in OX5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7348 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
6706 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4397 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2442 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2166 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OX5 1

: The average EPC rating in OX5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,387 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.
: 51% of properties in OX5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 49% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OX5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,348 properties), solar water heating (6,706 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,397 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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