What is the average EPC rating in PR5 8?

The average EPC rating in PR5 8 is band C. This is based on 1,743 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Ribble.

How many properties in PR5 8 need energy improvements?

42% of properties in PR5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in PR5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in PR5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,195 properties), solar water heating (12,303 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,665 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in PR5 8

1,743 properties in PR5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the PR5 average. 42% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of PR5 in South Ribble. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,743

Band A-C

58%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

42%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across PR5 8.

A1%

B2%

C55%

D37%

E5%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in PR5 8 is typical for the PR5 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
Well Orchard House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Carr Meadow House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
School Field Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Greenwood House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Carr Barn Brow Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Maypark House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Carr Field House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Croft Meadow House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Croft Meadow House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Homestead House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in PR5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13195 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
12303 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
8665 occurrences · Code 35
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4694 occurrences · Code 20
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4028 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about PR5 8

: The average EPC rating in PR5 8 is band C. This is based on 1,743 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in South Ribble.
: 42% of properties in PR5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in PR5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,195 properties), solar water heating (12,303 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (8,665 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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