What is the average EPC rating in OL12 8?

The average EPC rating in OL12 8 is band D. This is based on 2,618 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rochdale.

How many properties in OL12 8 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in OL12 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL12?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,339 properties), solar water heating (14,198 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,286 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL12 8

2,618 properties in OL12 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the OL12 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL12 in Rochdale. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,618

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL12 8.

A0%

B13%

C34%

D36%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in OL12 8 is typical for the OL12 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
Skein Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tong Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Carboy Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Rosefield House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Skein Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Printer Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Spring Mill Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Market Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Spring Mill Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Spring Mill Avenue House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL12

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
16339 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14198 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11286 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4651 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4532 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL12 8

: The average EPC rating in OL12 8 is band D. This is based on 2,618 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rochdale.
: 53% of properties in OL12 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,339 properties), solar water heating (14,198 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,286 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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