What is the average EPC rating in OX5 1?

The average EPC rating in OX5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,451 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.

How many properties in OX5 1 need energy improvements?

50% of properties in OX5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% 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 (7,570 properties), solar water heating (6,727 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,441 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OX5 1

3,451 properties in OX5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the OX5 average. 50% 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

3,451

Band A-C

50%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

50%

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
Hazel Crescent House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Bartholomew Avenue House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Merton Way House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Rutten Lane House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Oxford Road Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Partridge Place House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
Bartholomew Avenue House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Azalea Avenue House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
The Phelps House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
The Paddocks House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OX5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
7570 occurrences
2
Solar water heating
6727 occurrences
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4441 occurrences
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2608 occurrences
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2199 occurrences

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Frequently asked questions about OX5 1

: The average EPC rating in OX5 1 is band C. This is based on 3,451 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cherwell.
: 50% of properties in OX5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OX5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (7,570 properties), solar water heating (6,727 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,441 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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