What is the average EPC rating in NE16 5?

The average EPC rating in NE16 5 is band D. This is based on 2,605 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE16 5 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in NE16 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 NE16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,970 properties), solar water heating (6,037 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,533 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE16 5

2,605 properties in NE16 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the NE16 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of NE16 in Gateshead. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,605

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE16 5.

A0%

B7%

C37%

D46%

E9%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in NE16 5 is typical for the NE16 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
Sunniside Road Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	E	Today	View report
Shamrock Lane House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Fell Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Shamrock Lane House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
St. Cuthberts Park House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Shamrock Lane House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Kingsway House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Shamrock Lane House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Greystoke Walk House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Aston Way House•Today	House	D	Today	View report

Common improvements in NE16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6970 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
6037 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4533 occurrences · Code 35
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
2640 occurrences · Code 57
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
2128 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE16 5

: The average EPC rating in NE16 5 is band D. This is based on 2,605 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 56% of properties in NE16 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 NE16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,970 properties), solar water heating (6,037 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,533 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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