What is the average EPC rating in NE17 7?

The average EPC rating in NE17 7 is band D. This is based on 1,800 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE17 7 need energy improvements?

63% of properties in NE17 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE17?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,471 properties), solar water heating (2,236 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,422 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE17 7

1,800 properties in NE17 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the NE17 average. 63% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of NE17 in Gateshead. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,800

Band A-C

37%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

63%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE17 7.

A0%

B8%

C29%

D46%

E14%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in NE17 7 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in NE17 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
Wear Street House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Gill Way House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
George Close House•Today	House	B	Today	View report
Gill Way House•Today	House	B	Today	View report

Common improvements in NE17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2471 occurrences · Code 34
2
Solar water heating
2236 occurrences · Code 19
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1422 occurrences · Code 35
4
Internal or external wall insulation
1191 occurrences · Code 7
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
771 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE17 7

: The average EPC rating in NE17 7 is band D. This is based on 1,800 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 63% of properties in NE17 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 37% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,471 properties), solar water heating (2,236 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,422 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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