What is the average EPC rating in OL16 1?

The average EPC rating in OL16 1 is band C. This is based on 344 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rochdale.

How many properties in OL16 1 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in OL16 1 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 OL16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,034 properties), solar water heating (11,508 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,847 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL16 1

344 properties in OL16 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the OL16 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL16 in Rochdale. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

344

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL16 1.

A1%

B6%

C39%

D35%

E14%

F3%

G3%

Energy efficiency in OL16 1 is typical for the OL16 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
Second Floor Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Howard Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	E	1 months ago	View report
Church Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Church Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Drake Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	G	1 months ago	View report
Drake Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	F	1 months ago	View report
Yorkshire Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Church Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
HUNTERS LANE Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Yorkshire Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13034 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11508 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7847 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3443 occurrences · Code J
5
Cavity wall insulation
3368 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL16 1

: The average EPC rating in OL16 1 is band C. This is based on 344 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rochdale.
: 54% of properties in OL16 1 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 OL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,034 properties), solar water heating (11,508 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,847 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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