What is the average EPC rating in PR26 8?

The average EPC rating in PR26 8 is band D. This is based on 231 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Ribble.

How many properties in PR26 8 need energy improvements?

69% of properties in PR26 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR26?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,590 properties), solar water heating (4,326 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,654 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR26 8

231 properties in PR26 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the PR26 average. 69% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of PR26 in South Ribble. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

231

Band A-C

31%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

69%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR26 8.

A0%

B6%

C25%

D39%

E19%

F8%

G2%

Most properties in PR26 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in PR26 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Lowe Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wade Brook Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Round Bush House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oakland Farm House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Glover Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wray Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Glover Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Leyland Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bullens Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Leyland Lane House•7 months ago	House	C	7 months ago	View report

Common improvements in PR26

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4590 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4326 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2654 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1686 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1377 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR26 8

: The average EPC rating in PR26 8 is band D. This is based on 231 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Ribble.
: 69% of properties in PR26 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 31% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PR26 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,590 properties), solar water heating (4,326 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,654 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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