What is the average EPC rating in DL13 1?

The average EPC rating in DL13 1 is band E. This is based on 555 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL13 1 need energy improvements?

94% of properties in DL13 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 6% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL13?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL13 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,235 properties), solar water heating (5,793 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,806 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL13 1

555 properties in DL13 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of E—below the DL13 average. 94% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DL13 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

555

Band A-C

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

94%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL13 1.

A0%

B1%

C5%

D19%

E34%

F28%

G13%

Most properties in DL13 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DL13 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
Onich House House•2 months ago	House	E	2 months ago	View report
High Town House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Burnfoot House•2 months ago	House	F	2 months ago	View report
Westgate Farm House•2 months ago	House	F	2 months ago	View report
Hood Street House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Briar Barn House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Braeside House•2 months ago	House	E	2 months ago	View report
The Old School House Bungalow•2 months ago	Bungalow	G	2 months ago	View report
Ashbrow House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
West View House•2 months ago	House	E	2 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL13

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6235 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
5793 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3806 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
3484 occurrences · Code 7
5
Wind turbine
2626 occurrences · Code 44

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL13 1

: The average EPC rating in DL13 1 is band E. This is based on 555 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 94% of properties in DL13 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 6% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL13 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,235 properties), solar water heating (5,793 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,806 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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