What is the average EPC rating in DH8 5?

The average EPC rating in DH8 5 is band C. This is based on 2,592 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH8 5 need energy improvements?

46% of properties in DH8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,846 properties), solar water heating (14,207 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,130 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH8 5

2,592 properties in DH8 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the DH8 average. 46% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH8 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,592

Band A-C

54%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

46%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH8 5.

A1%

B18%

C35%

D33%

E11%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH8 5 is typical for the DH8 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
Hampton Close House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Hampton Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Monarch Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Queen Elizabeth Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Monarch Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Taylor Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hampton Close House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Monarch Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Clarence Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Monarch Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15846 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14207 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10130 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4071 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3897 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH8 5

: The average EPC rating in DH8 5 is band C. This is based on 2,592 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 46% of properties in DH8 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 54% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,846 properties), solar water heating (14,207 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,130 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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