What is the average EPC rating in SR8 1?

The average EPC rating in SR8 1 is band D. This is based on 1,532 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.

How many properties in SR8 1 need energy improvements?

49% of properties in SR8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SR8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the SR8 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 SR8 1

1,532 properties in SR8 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SR8 average. 49% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SR8 in County Durham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,532

Band A-C

51%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

49%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SR8 1.

A0%

B11%

C39%

D45%

E4%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SR8 1 is typical for the SR8 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
Sunny Blunts House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Southway House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Forth Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Welland Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Westway House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Coquet Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Brougham Court House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Welland Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Severn Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Calley Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SR8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
19108 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
17946 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9470 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation
6847 occurrences · Code 47
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
5553 occurrences · Code 58

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SR8 1

: The average EPC rating in SR8 1 is band D. This is based on 1,532 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in County Durham.
: 49% of properties in SR8 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 51% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the SR8 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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