What is the average EPC rating in OL2 5?

The average EPC rating in OL2 5 is band D. This is based on 2,863 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL2 5 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in OL2 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL2?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL2 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 OL2 5

2,863 properties in OL2 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL2 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL2 in Oldham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,863

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL2 5.

A0%

B7%

C37%

D43%

E12%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OL2 5 is typical for the OL2 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
Cavendish Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rochdale Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Elizabeth Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cromwell Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Windmill Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rochdale Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oldham Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Baldwins Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Denbydale Way House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Arlington Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13110 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
11847 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9331 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
5380 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3995 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL2 5

: The average EPC rating in OL2 5 is band D. This is based on 2,863 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 56% of properties in OL2 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL2 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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