What is the average EPC rating in DH8 8?

The average EPC rating in DH8 8 is band D. This is based on 2,320 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH8 8 need energy improvements?

55% of properties in DH8 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% 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 (15,323 properties), solar water heating (14,112 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,020 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH8 8

2,320 properties in DH8 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DH8 average. 55% 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

2,320

Band A-C

45%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

55%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH8 8.

A0%

B6%

C39%

D44%

E10%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH8 8 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
St. Marys Crescent House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Kilchurn House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Howden Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Durham Road Flat•Today	Flat	D	Today	View report
St. Oswins Place Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Dorset Crescent House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Howden Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	C	Today	View report
Millfield Court House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
St. Marys Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Thornfield Road House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in DH8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15323 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
14112 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10020 occurrences · Code 35
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3878 occurrences · Code 20
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3768 occurrences · Code 57

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH8 8

: The average EPC rating in DH8 8 is band D. This is based on 2,320 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 55% of properties in DH8 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 45% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH8 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,323 properties), solar water heating (14,112 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,020 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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