What is the average EPC rating in SK1 3?

The average EPC rating in SK1 3 is band C. This is based on 2,031 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.

How many properties in SK1 3 need energy improvements?

20% of properties in SK1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 80% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SK1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SK1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,528 properties), solar water heating (3,108 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,905 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SK1 3

2,031 properties in SK1 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the SK1 average. Only 20% of homes are rated D-G, reflecting above-average energy efficiency. This sector is part of SK1 in Stockport. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,031

Band A-C

80%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

20%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SK1 3.

A1%

B31%

C48%

D16%

E4%

F0%

G0%

SK1 3 has above-average energy efficiency ratings compared to the national average. Many properties here have already implemented key improvements.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Ratcliffe Towers Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollingdrake Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Wellington Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Wellington Road South Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Mottram Towers Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Shawcross Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
-63 Union Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollingdrake Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Renaissance House Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SK1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3528 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3108 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2905 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1957 occurrences · Code C
5
Cavity wall insulation
1585 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SK1 3

: The average EPC rating in SK1 3 is band C. This is based on 2,031 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Stockport.
: 20% of properties in SK1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 80% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SK1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,528 properties), solar water heating (3,108 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,905 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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