What is the average EPC rating in PR8 3?

The average EPC rating in PR8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,833 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sefton.

How many properties in PR8 3 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in PR8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the PR8 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 PR8 3

3,833 properties in PR8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the PR8 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PR8 in Sefton. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,833

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR8 3.

A0%

B6%

C32%

D44%

E15%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in PR8 3 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PR8 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Fairfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cornwall Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Heathfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lilac Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lynton Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fairfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Liverpool Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Heathfield Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Pinfold Lane Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Pinfold Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PR8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
17767 occurrences · Code 34
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
14570 occurrences · Code 35
3
Solar water heating
12946 occurrences · Code 19
4
Cavity wall insulation
11364 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
6502 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR8 3

: The average EPC rating in PR8 3 is band D. This is based on 3,833 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sefton.
: 61% of properties in PR8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the PR8 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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