What is the average EPC rating in DH9 8?

The average EPC rating in DH9 8 is band C. This is based on 2,516 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DH9 8 need energy improvements?

50% of properties in DH9 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH9?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,545 properties), solar water heating (14,677 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,723 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH9 8

2,516 properties in DH9 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the DH9 average. 50% of homes are rated D-G. 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

2,516

Band A-C

50%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

50%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH9 8.

A0%

B8%

C42%

D38%

E9%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH9 8 is typical for the DH9 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
Shield Row Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Clowes Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Langdon Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Greentree Lane Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Annfield Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Low Church Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Staindrop Terrace Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Annfield Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Shield Row Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Windsor Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	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
16545 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14677 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10723 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
4660 occurrences · Code C
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3977 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH9 8

: The average EPC rating in DH9 8 is band C. This is based on 2,516 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 50% of properties in DH9 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH9 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (16,545 properties), solar water heating (14,677 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,723 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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