What is the average EPC rating in OL2 8?

The average EPC rating in OL2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,353 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL2 8 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in OL2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% 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 8

2,353 properties in OL2 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL2 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

2,353

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL2 8.

A0%

B2%

C34%

D47%

E14%

F2%

G0%

Most properties in OL2 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in OL2 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Woodhouse Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hillside Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Sumner Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Durden Mews Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Buckley Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oldham Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Crossley Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Queen Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Durden Mews Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
George Street House•1 months ago	House	D	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 8

: The average EPC rating in OL2 8 is band D. This is based on 2,353 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 63% of properties in OL2 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% 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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