What is the average EPC rating in DL12 9?

The average EPC rating in DL12 9 is band D. This is based on 1,091 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL12 9 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in DL12 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL12?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,104 properties), solar water heating (4,438 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,836 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL12 9

1,091 properties in DL12 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DL12 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DL12 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,091

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL12 9.

A1%

B23%

C15%

D24%

E22%

F11%

G4%

Most properties in DL12 9 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DL12 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Myre Keld Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Low Garth House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Hunters Lodge Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Cosy Cottage Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Croft House House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Newsham Grange House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
West End Bungalow House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
West Mews Cottage Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	E	1 months ago	View report
Holmfield House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Grove Cottage House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL12

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5104 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4438 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2836 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
2354 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1972 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL12 9

: The average EPC rating in DL12 9 is band D. This is based on 1,091 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 61% of properties in DL12 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL12 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,104 properties), solar water heating (4,438 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,836 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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