What is the average EPC rating in DL15 8?

The average EPC rating in DL15 8 is band D. This is based on 1,870 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL15 8 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in DL15 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL15?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL15 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,055 properties), solar water heating (10,347 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,091 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL15 8

1,870 properties in DL15 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DL15 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DL15 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,870

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL15 8.

A0%

B7%

C38%

D39%

E10%

F4%

G1%

Energy efficiency in DL15 8 is typical for the DL15 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
Croft Street House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Croft Street House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
The Bungalow Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
The Orlands Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	F	Today	View report
Croft Street House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Valley Terrace House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Oakwood Court House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Sunnydene Meadows House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
High Grange House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Plantation Terrace House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in DL15

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11055 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10347 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
7091 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation
3652 occurrences · Code 47
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3126 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL15 8

: The average EPC rating in DL15 8 is band D. This is based on 1,870 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 54% of properties in DL15 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL15 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,055 properties), solar water heating (10,347 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (7,091 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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