What is the average EPC rating in DL3 8?

The average EPC rating in DL3 8 is band D. This is based on 2,109 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Darlington.

How many properties in DL3 8 need energy improvements?

73% of properties in DL3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 27% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DL3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,810 properties), solar water heating (13,737 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,741 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DL3 8

2,109 properties in DL3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DL3 average. 73% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of DL3 in Darlington. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,109

Band A-C

27%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

73%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DL3 8.

A0%

B7%

C19%

D47%

E21%

F4%

G1%

Most properties in DL3 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in DL3 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Ravensdale Road House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Salutation Road House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Hummersknott Avenue House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Draycote Crescent Bungalow•2 months ago	Bungalow	D	2 months ago	View report
Hillside Road House•2 months ago	House	D	2 months ago	View report
Caedmon Crescent House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Milbank Crescent Bungalow•2 months ago	Bungalow	D	2 months ago	View report
Netherby Rise House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report
Flora Avenue House•2 months ago	House	E	2 months ago	View report
Carmel Road South House•2 months ago	House	C	2 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DL3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15810 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
13737 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11741 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
9243 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5675 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DL3 8

: The average EPC rating in DL3 8 is band D. This is based on 2,109 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Darlington.
: 73% of properties in DL3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 27% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DL3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,810 properties), solar water heating (13,737 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,741 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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