What is the average EPC rating in L40 5?

The average EPC rating in L40 5 is band C. This is based on 1,139 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Lancashire.

How many properties in L40 5 need energy improvements?

43% of properties in L40 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in L40?

The most frequently recommended improvements in L40 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,508 properties), solar water heating (5,358 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,321 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in L40 5

1,139 properties in L40 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the L40 average. 43% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of L40 in West Lancashire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,139

Band A-C

57%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

43%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across L40 5.

A0%

B13%

C44%

D30%

E10%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in L40 5 is typical for the L40 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
Boundary Lane Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Gower Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Rees Park House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Alexander Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Blythe Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
The Green Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Newlands Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Foxglove Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Flat House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Monastry Nurseries Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	F	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in L40

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6508 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5358 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3321 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2184 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
1854 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about L40 5

: The average EPC rating in L40 5 is band C. This is based on 1,139 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Lancashire.
: 43% of properties in L40 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 57% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in L40 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,508 properties), solar water heating (5,358 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,321 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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