What is the average EPC rating in SK16 5?

The average EPC rating in SK16 5 is band D. This is based on 3,137 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.

How many properties in SK16 5 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in SK16 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SK16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SK16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,578 properties), solar water heating (5,843 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,700 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SK16 5

3,137 properties in SK16 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the SK16 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SK16 in Tameside. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,137

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SK16 5.

A0%

B5%

C41%

D42%

E10%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SK16 5 is typical for the SK16 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
Salisbury Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cathedral Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Birch Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fir Tree Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Jubilee Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Inverness Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Rosedale Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lord Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tower Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Chester Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SK16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6578 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5843 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4700 occurrences · Code H
4
Cavity wall insulation
2589 occurrences · Code B
5
Floor insulation
2272 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SK16 5

: The average EPC rating in SK16 5 is band D. This is based on 3,137 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Tameside.
: 53% of properties in SK16 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SK16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,578 properties), solar water heating (5,843 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,700 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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