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?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the NE17 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 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 insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Humber Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Tay Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wear Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Beech Grove House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Valley Dene House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Hollings Terrace House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Tweed Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mersey Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Forth Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Armonside Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	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.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the NE17 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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