What is the average EPC rating in OL8 3?

The average EPC rating in OL8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,421 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.

How many properties in OL8 3 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in OL8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL8 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 OL8 3

3,421 properties in OL8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the OL8 average. 58% 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

3,421

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL8 3.

A0%

B7%

C35%

D45%

E10%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OL8 3 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
Brierley Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tiber Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Lynmouth Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Montgomery Street Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Bardsley Vale Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Elm Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollins Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollins Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollins Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Green Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	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
17002 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
14260 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10773 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
6633 occurrences · Code 6
5
Floor insulation
5556 occurrences · Code 47

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL8 3

: The average EPC rating in OL8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,421 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Oldham.
: 58% of properties in OL8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL8 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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