What is the average EPC rating in PR7 1?

The average EPC rating in PR7 1 is band D. This is based on 2,210 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chorley.

How many properties in PR7 1 need energy improvements?

57% of properties in PR7 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR7?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (20,679 properties), solar water heating (19,007 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (13,375 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR7 1

2,210 properties in PR7 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PR7 average. 57% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PR7 in Chorley. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,210

Band A-C

43%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

57%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR7 1.

A0%

B10%

C34%

D41%

E12%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in PR7 1 is typical for the PR7 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
Millfield Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Union Street Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Union Street Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Union Street Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Union Street Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Parkside Avenue House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Union Street Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Millfield Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
The Farthings Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Buckshaw Hall Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in PR7

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
20679 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
19007 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
13375 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
5940 occurrences · Code 6
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
5506 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR7 1

: The average EPC rating in PR7 1 is band D. This is based on 2,210 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Chorley.
: 57% of properties in PR7 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 43% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PR7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (20,679 properties), solar water heating (19,007 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (13,375 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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