What is the average EPC rating in DH9 7?

The average EPC rating in DH9 7 is band D. This is based on 3,175 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH9 7 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in DH9 7 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 DH9?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DH9 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH9 7

3,175 properties in DH9 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DH9 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DH9 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,175

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH9 7.

A0%

B6%

C31%

D47%

E14%

F2%

G0%

Most properties in DH9 7 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DH9 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Spen Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Bracken Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Sycamore Terrace House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Northgate House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Elm Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Westfields House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pine View Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Oliver Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Stanleyburn View House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lime Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH9

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15822 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
14625 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10607 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4660 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3956 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH9 7

: The average EPC rating in DH9 7 is band D. This is based on 3,175 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 63% of properties in DH9 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DH9 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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