What is the average EPC rating in PR1 6?

The average EPC rating in PR1 6 is band D. This is based on 3,026 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.

How many properties in PR1 6 need energy improvements?

74% of properties in PR1 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (23,598 properties), solar water heating (20,570 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,971 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR1 6

3,026 properties in PR1 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PR1 average. 74% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PR1 in Preston. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,026

Band A-C

26%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

74%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR1 6.

A0%

B2%

C25%

D52%

E17%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in PR1 6 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PR1 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
Lowthorpe Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
St Thomas road Flat•Today	Flat	B	Today	View report
Hawkhurst Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
St. Christophers Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Plover Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Holmrook Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
Argyll Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Lovat Road House•Today	House	G	Today	View report
Argyll Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Argyll Road Maisonette•Today	Maisonette	F	Today	View report

Common improvements in PR1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
23598 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
20570 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
16971 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
10240 occurrences · Code 6
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
7490 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR1 6

: The average EPC rating in PR1 6 is band D. This is based on 3,026 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.
: 74% of properties in PR1 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 26% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PR1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (23,598 properties), solar water heating (20,570 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (16,971 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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