What is the average EPC rating in DL5 4?

The average EPC rating in DL5 4 is band C. This is based on 3,222 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL5 4 need energy improvements?

39% of properties in DL5 4 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 DL5?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DL5 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 DL5 4

3,222 properties in DL5 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the DL5 average. 39% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DL5 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,222

Band A-C

61%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

39%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL5 4.

A1%

B11%

C49%

D34%

E5%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DL5 4 is typical for the DL5 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
Sunningdale House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Low Green Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Bloomesley Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pemberton Road Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Harebell Meadows Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Haslewood Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Yarrow Court House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Guthrum Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hutchinson Walk House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Porter House Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11485 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
10996 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6566 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4583 occurrences · Code 58
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2907 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL5 4

: The average EPC rating in DL5 4 is band C. This is based on 3,222 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 39% of properties in DL5 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 61% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DL5 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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