What is the average EPC rating in WN7 1?

The average EPC rating in WN7 1 is band D. This is based on 3,279 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Wigan.

How many properties in WN7 1 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in WN7 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in WN7?

The most frequently recommended improvements in WN7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (18,189 properties), solar water heating (17,301 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,556 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in WN7 1

3,279 properties in WN7 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the WN7 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of WN7 in Wigan. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,279

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across WN7 1.

A0%

B9%

C29%

D44%

E15%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in WN7 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in WN7 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
Gordon Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Westrees House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Hope Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
The Avenue House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Platt Fold Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Dorning Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Oxford Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Orchard Close House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Gordon Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Hope Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in WN7

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
18189 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
17301 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
12556 occurrences · Code 35
4
Cavity wall insulation
6235 occurrences · Code 6
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5298 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about WN7 1

: The average EPC rating in WN7 1 is band D. This is based on 3,279 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Wigan.
: 63% of properties in WN7 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in WN7 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (18,189 properties), solar water heating (17,301 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,556 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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