What is the average EPC rating in DL5 6?

The average EPC rating in DL5 6 is band D. This is based on 1,240 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in DL5 6 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in DL5 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% 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 6

1,240 properties in DL5 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the DL5 average. 53% 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

1,240

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL5 6.

A0%

B21%

C26%

D38%

E12%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DL5 6 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
High Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Green House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
North Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Thursby Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Millfields Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Lowfields House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
High Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oaklea Mews House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Green House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Oaklea Farm Court House•1 months ago	House	D	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 6

: The average EPC rating in DL5 6 is band D. This is based on 1,240 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 53% of properties in DL5 6 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% 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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