What is the average EPC rating in OL3 5?

The average EPC rating in OL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,058 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL3 5 need energy improvements?

67% of properties in OL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,483 properties), solar water heating (3,367 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,774 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL3 5

2,058 properties in OL3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL3 average. 67% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of OL3 in Oldham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,058

Band A-C

33%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

67%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL3 5.

A0%

B7%

C25%

D43%

E19%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in OL3 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in OL3 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Oldham Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Briarfield Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Buckton Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Huddersfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Slades View Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ammons Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oldham Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Delph Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Heather Way Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Gloucester Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4483 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3367 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2774 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1835 occurrences · Code C
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1211 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL3 5

: The average EPC rating in OL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,058 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 67% of properties in OL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 33% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,483 properties), solar water heating (3,367 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,774 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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