What is the average EPC rating in DH6 5?

The average EPC rating in DH6 5 is band C. This is based on 2,521 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH6 5 need energy improvements?

33% of properties in DH6 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 67% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH6?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH6 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (20,389 properties), solar water heating (18,325 properties), and floor insulation (11,236 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH6 5

2,521 properties in DH6 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the DH6 average. 33% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH6 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,521

Band A-C

67%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

33%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH6 5.

A1%

B25%

C41%

D24%

E8%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH6 5 is typical for the DH6 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
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
East Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Spring Meadow Barn House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Aged Mine Workers War Memorial Homes Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Tweddle Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wheatley Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH6

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
20389 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
18325 occurrences · Code L
3
Floor insulation
11236 occurrences · Code E
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10236 occurrences · Code H

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH6 5

: The average EPC rating in DH6 5 is band C. This is based on 2,521 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 33% of properties in DH6 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 67% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH6 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (20,389 properties), solar water heating (18,325 properties), and floor insulation (11,236 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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