What is the average EPC rating in DH3 2?

The average EPC rating in DH3 2 is band C. This is based on 1,937 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in DH3 2 need energy improvements?

42% of properties in DH3 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH3?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the DH3 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 DH3 2

1,937 properties in DH3 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the DH3 average. 42% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH3 in Gateshead. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,937

Band A-C

58%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

42%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH3 2.

A0%

B24%

C35%

D35%

E6%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH3 2 is typical for the DH3 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
York Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mingarry House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Moray Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Dorset Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Chapel Row House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Fellside House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lea Green Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Pembroke Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Dunvegan House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Coniston House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
8451 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
7733 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5779 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2507 occurrences · Code 57
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2294 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH3 2

: The average EPC rating in DH3 2 is band C. This is based on 1,937 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 42% of properties in DH3 2 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the DH3 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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