What is the average EPC rating in DL1 5?

The average EPC rating in DL1 5 is band C. This is based on 2,477 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Darlington.

How many properties in DL1 5 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in DL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (18,802 properties), solar water heating (17,337 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,191 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL1 5

2,477 properties in DL1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the DL1 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DL1 in Darlington. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,477

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL1 5.

A1%

B5%

C38%

D37%

E16%

F3%

G1%

Energy efficiency in DL1 5 is typical for the DL1 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
Grange Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Grange Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Grange Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Avon Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Grange Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Hawthorn Street House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Grange Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Park Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Tyne Crescent House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tweed Place House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
18802 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
17337 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
12191 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
6969 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
5967 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL1 5

: The average EPC rating in DL1 5 is band C. This is based on 2,477 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Darlington.
: 56% of properties in DL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (18,802 properties), solar water heating (17,337 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (12,191 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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