What is the average EPC rating in OL8 1?

The average EPC rating in OL8 1 is band D. This is based on 2,950 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL8 1 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in OL8 1 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 OL8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,496 properties), solar water heating (14,270 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,826 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL8 1

2,950 properties in OL8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the OL8 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL8 in Oldham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,950

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL8 1.

A1%

B10%

C33%

D38%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in OL8 1 is typical for the OL8 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
Hornby Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lee Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
New Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Penn Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Heywood House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Belgrave Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Flat Above Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Kingsway Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Palmer Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Wye Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
17496 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14270 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10826 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
6722 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation
5556 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL8 1

: The average EPC rating in OL8 1 is band D. This is based on 2,950 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 56% of properties in OL8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,496 properties), solar water heating (14,270 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,826 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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