What is the average EPC rating in OL3 5?

The average EPC rating in OL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,028 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL3 5 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in OL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL3?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL3 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 OL3 5

2,028 properties in OL3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL3 average. 68% 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

2,028

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

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 insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Bent Heath Farm House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Rooden Cottage Bent Heath Farm Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Gatehead Barn House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Delph New Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Huddersfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stoneswood Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Delph New Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Woods Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	F	1 months ago	View report
Church Street House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Dobcross New Road House•1 months ago	House	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
4355 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
3361 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2750 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1835 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1205 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL3 5

: The average EPC rating in OL3 5 is band D. This is based on 2,028 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 68% of properties in OL3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL3 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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