What is the average EPC rating in OL4 5?

The average EPC rating in OL4 5 is band D. This is based on 2,979 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL4 5 need energy improvements?

60% of properties in OL4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 40% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL4?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,050 properties), solar water heating (14,084 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,288 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL4 5

2,979 properties in OL4 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL4 average. 60% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL4 in Oldham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,979

Band A-C

40%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

60%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL4 5.

A0%

B2%

C38%

D46%

E11%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OL4 5 is typical for the OL4 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
Princess Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oldham Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Springhead Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rowden Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Phillimore Street House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
-52a High Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Huxley Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Coverhill Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wildmoor Avenue Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Breeze Hill Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
17050 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14084 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11288 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
6286 occurrences · Code B
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5123 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL4 5

: The average EPC rating in OL4 5 is band D. This is based on 2,979 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 60% of properties in OL4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 40% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,050 properties), solar water heating (14,084 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,288 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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