What is the average EPC rating in DL5 4?

The average EPC rating in DL5 4 is band C. This is based on 3,245 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?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,772 properties), solar water heating (11,016 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,599 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL5 4

3,245 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

3,245

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
Foxglove Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Aylmer Grove Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Thurlow Grove Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Armstrong Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	A	1 months ago	View report
Washington Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Heatherburn Court House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Woodham Gate House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lowther Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Karles Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Osric Place House•1 months ago	House	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
11772 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
11016 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6599 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
4774 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2922 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL5 4

: The average EPC rating in DL5 4 is band C. This is based on 3,245 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.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (11,772 properties), solar water heating (11,016 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,599 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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