What is the average EPC rating in PR2 3?

The average EPC rating in PR2 3 is band D. This is based on 4,790 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.

How many properties in PR2 3 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in PR2 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR2?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (27,547 properties), solar water heating (24,330 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (18,355 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR2 3

4,790 properties in PR2 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PR2 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PR2 in Preston. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,790

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR2 3.

A0%

B10%

C36%

D40%

E12%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in PR2 3 is typical for the PR2 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
Mayfield Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Catherines Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Houldsworth Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Aubigny Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mayfield Avenue Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Woodplumpton Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Oakwood Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Plungington Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Alford Fold House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PR2

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
27547 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
24330 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
18355 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
10336 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
9363 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR2 3

: The average EPC rating in PR2 3 is band D. This is based on 4,790 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Preston.
: 54% of properties in PR2 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PR2 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (27,547 properties), solar water heating (24,330 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (18,355 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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