What is the average EPC rating in DL4 1?

The average EPC rating in DL4 1 is band D. This is based on 1,729 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL4 1 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in DL4 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL4?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,329 properties), solar water heating (4,745 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,857 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL4 1

1,729 properties in DL4 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the DL4 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DL4 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,729

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL4 1.

A0%

B4%

C33%

D45%

E15%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in DL4 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DL4 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
Waterloo Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Byerley Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Church Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Princes Street House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Church Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Plevna Mews Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Garbutt Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Soho Street House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Richmond Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Pearl Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
5329 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4745 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2857 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2006 occurrences · Code E
5
Internal or external wall insulation
1649 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL4 1

: The average EPC rating in DL4 1 is band D. This is based on 1,729 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 63% of properties in DL4 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL4 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (5,329 properties), solar water heating (4,745 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,857 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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