What is the average EPC rating in NE21 5?

The average EPC rating in NE21 5 is band C. This is based on 1,789 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE21 5 need energy improvements?

34% of properties in NE21 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 66% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE21?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE21 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,131 properties), solar water heating (5,533 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,835 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE21 5

1,789 properties in NE21 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the NE21 average. 34% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of NE21 in Gateshead. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,789

Band A-C

66%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

34%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE21 5.

A0%

B17%

C49%

D28%

E5%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in NE21 5 is typical for the NE21 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
Western Way House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Florence Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brantwood Court Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Sandhill Mews House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Springfield Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pickering Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Pickering Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Springfield Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wallington Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Springfield Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in NE21

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6131 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5533 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
3835 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
1765 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1425 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE21 5

: The average EPC rating in NE21 5 is band C. This is based on 1,789 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 34% of properties in NE21 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 66% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE21 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,131 properties), solar water heating (5,533 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (3,835 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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