What is the average EPC rating in OL1 3?

The average EPC rating in OL1 3 is band C. This is based on 1,946 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL1 3 need energy improvements?

37% of properties in OL1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,256 properties), solar water heating (7,224 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,317 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL1 3

1,946 properties in OL1 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the OL1 average. 37% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL1 in Oldham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,946

Band A-C

63%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

37%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL1 3.

A1%

B14%

C49%

D31%

E4%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OL1 3 is typical for the OL1 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
Mortimer Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hadrian House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Huddersfield Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mortimer Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Charter Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wallshaw Street Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	D	1 months ago	View report
71 Yorkshire Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
71 Yorkshire Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
71 Yorkshire Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Siddall Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8256 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7224 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6317 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
3046 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation
3024 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL1 3

: The average EPC rating in OL1 3 is band C. This is based on 1,946 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 37% of properties in OL1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,256 properties), solar water heating (7,224 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,317 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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