What is the average EPC rating in OL13 8?

The average EPC rating in OL13 8 is band D. This is based on 1,447 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rossendale.

How many properties in OL13 8 need energy improvements?

70% of properties in OL13 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 30% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL13?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL13 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL13 8

1,447 properties in OL13 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL13 average. 70% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of OL13 in Rossendale. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,447

Band A-C

30%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

70%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL13 8.

A0%

B4%

C27%

D44%

E19%

F5%

G2%

Most properties in OL13 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in OL13 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Hillside Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bankside Lane Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Bankside Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Deerplay Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Rose Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ash Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ash Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Daisy Bank House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Bankside Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Shepherd Street House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL13

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6380 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
5737 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4034 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
2886 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1722 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL13 8

: The average EPC rating in OL13 8 is band D. This is based on 1,447 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Rossendale.
: 70% of properties in OL13 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 30% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the OL13 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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