What is the average EPC rating in WN8 6?

The average EPC rating in WN8 6 is band C. This is based on 5,871 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Lancashire.

How many properties in WN8 6 need energy improvements?

37% of properties in WN8 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WN8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WN8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,683 properties), solar water heating (16,000 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,032 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WN8 6

5,871 properties in WN8 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the WN8 average. 37% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of WN8 in West Lancashire. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

5,871

Band A-C

63%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

37%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WN8 6.

A0%

B15%

C48%

D32%

E4%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in WN8 6 is typical for the WN8 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
Vines Cross Way House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Kingfisher House House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Foxfold Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Lyndhurst House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Forest Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Helmsdale House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fairlie House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Elmridge Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Ashwood House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Irwell House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in WN8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
17683 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
16000 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11032 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
9056 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4692 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WN8 6

: The average EPC rating in WN8 6 is band C. This is based on 5,871 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in West Lancashire.
: 37% of properties in WN8 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 63% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WN8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,683 properties), solar water heating (16,000 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,032 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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