What is the average EPC rating in DH3 3?

The average EPC rating in DH3 3 is band D. This is based on 2,190 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in DH3 3 need energy improvements?

58% of properties in DH3 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,745 properties), solar water heating (7,757 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,853 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH3 3

2,190 properties in DH3 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the DH3 average. 58% 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

2,190

Band A-C

42%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

58%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH3 3.

A0%

B4%

C38%

D46%

E11%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH3 3 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
Appledore Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
First Floor Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Arcadia Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Springfield Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Poplar Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Victoria Place Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Castle View Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Wesley Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Orchard Terrace House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Northlands 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
8745 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
7757 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
5853 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2625 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2309 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH3 3

: The average EPC rating in DH3 3 is band D. This is based on 2,190 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 58% of properties in DH3 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 42% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (8,745 properties), solar water heating (7,757 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (5,853 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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