What is the average EPC rating in OL5 9?

The average EPC rating in OL5 9 is band D. This is based on 1,958 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.

How many properties in OL5 9 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in OL5 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,943 properties), solar water heating (3,620 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,615 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL5 9

1,958 properties in OL5 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the OL5 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of OL5 in Tameside. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,958

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL5 9.

A0%

B11%

C39%

D39%

E8%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in OL5 9 is typical for the OL5 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
Richmond Crescent Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Old Church House House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
King Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
King Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Border Mill Fold Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Guildford Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
King Street House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Hollins Lane House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Station Road House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Waters Reach House•Today	House	C	Today	View report

Common improvements in OL5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3943 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
3620 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2615 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1848 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1214 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL5 9

: The average EPC rating in OL5 9 is band D. This is based on 1,958 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.
: 49% of properties in OL5 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,943 properties), solar water heating (3,620 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,615 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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