What is the average EPC rating in DH1 3?

The average EPC rating in DH1 3 is band D. This is based on 1,749 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH1 3 need energy improvements?

44% of properties in DH1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,918 properties), solar water heating (13,734 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,010 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH1 3

1,749 properties in DH1 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DH1 average. 44% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH1 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,749

Band A-C

56%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

44%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH1 3.

A0%

B26%

C30%

D31%

E10%

F2%

G1%

Energy efficiency in DH1 3 is typical for the DH1 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
Three Tuns Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
A Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Symeon Court House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Symeon Court House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Symeon Court House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Penthouse 3 Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Silver Street Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
B Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Three Tuns Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Hastings Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15918 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
13734 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10010 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5409 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
4373 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH1 3

: The average EPC rating in DH1 3 is band D. This is based on 1,749 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 44% of properties in DH1 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 56% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,918 properties), solar water heating (13,734 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,010 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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