What is the average EPC rating in PR1 8?

The average EPC rating in PR1 8 is band D. This is based on 2,340 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.

How many properties in PR1 8 need energy improvements?

60% of properties in PR1 8 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 PR1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (24,309 properties), solar water heating (20,594 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (17,091 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR1 8

2,340 properties in PR1 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PR1 average. 60% of homes are rated D-G. 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

2,340

Band A-C

40%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

60%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR1 8.

A0%

B2%

C38%

D42%

E14%

F4%

G1%

Energy efficiency in PR1 8 is typical for the PR1 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
Christian Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Fishergate Hill House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wellington Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Stanley Terrace House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Portland Street House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Winckley Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Marks Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Lauderdale Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Connaught Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stanley Terrace Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PR1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
24309 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
20594 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
17091 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
10516 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
7859 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR1 8

: The average EPC rating in PR1 8 is band D. This is based on 2,340 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.
: 60% of properties in PR1 8 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 PR1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (24,309 properties), solar water heating (20,594 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (17,091 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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