What is the average EPC rating in OL6 6?

The average EPC rating in OL6 6 is band D. This is based on 1,957 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.

How many properties in OL6 6 need energy improvements?

64% of properties in OL6 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in OL6?

The most frequently recommended improvements in OL6 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,898 properties), solar water heating (9,647 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,128 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in OL6 6

1,957 properties in OL6 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the OL6 average. 64% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of OL6 in Tameside. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,957

Band A-C

36%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

64%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across OL6 6.

A0%

B3%

C33%

D45%

E15%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in OL6 6 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in OL6 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
Canterbury Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Canterbury Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Alexandra Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Arundel Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Dress Factory Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Canterbury Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Dress Factory Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Canterbury Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Dress Factory Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Dress Factory Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in OL6

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10898 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
9647 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7128 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
3927 occurrences · Code B
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3305 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about OL6 6

: The average EPC rating in OL6 6 is band D. This is based on 1,957 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.
: 64% of properties in OL6 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 36% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in OL6 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,898 properties), solar water heating (9,647 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,128 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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