What is the average EPC rating in DL14 8?

The average EPC rating in DL14 8 is band C. This is based on 3,131 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL14 8 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in DL14 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL14?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DL14 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 DL14 8

3,131 properties in DL14 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the DL14 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DL14 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,131

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL14 8.

A1%

B14%

C36%

D32%

E12%

F3%

G2%

Energy efficiency in DL14 8 is typical for the DL14 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
Benbow Walk Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Collingwood Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cotswold Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Pasture Row House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Close House House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
South Row House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Phillips Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Heslop Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
ANSON WALK House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
William Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL14

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
19084 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
17558 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
12150 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation
5781 occurrences · Code 47
5
Internal or external wall insulation
4963 occurrences · Code 7

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL14 8

: The average EPC rating in DL14 8 is band C. This is based on 3,131 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 49% of properties in DL14 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DL14 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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