What is the average EPC rating in DL16 7?

The average EPC rating in DL16 7 is band B. This is based on 4,466 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL16 7 need energy improvements?

39% of properties in DL16 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,346 properties), solar water heating (9,448 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,555 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL16 7

4,466 properties in DL16 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of B—above the DL16 average. 39% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DL16 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,466

Band A-C

61%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

39%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL16 7.

A3%

B31%

C27%

D30%

E7%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DL16 7 is typical for the DL16 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
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Bellburn Way Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
South Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Victoria Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Willis Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10346 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
9448 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5555 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2297 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2110 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL16 7

: The average EPC rating in DL16 7 is band B. This is based on 4,466 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 39% of properties in DL16 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,346 properties), solar water heating (9,448 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,555 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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