What is the average EPC rating in NE8 3?

The average EPC rating in NE8 3 is band C. This is based on 3,549 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE8 3 need energy improvements?

32% of properties in NE8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 68% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE8?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE8 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,532 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,428 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,397 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE8 3

3,549 properties in NE8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the NE8 average. 32% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of NE8 in Gateshead. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,549

Band A-C

68%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

32%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE8 3.

A0%

B16%

C52%

D27%

E4%

F0%

G0%

Energy efficiency in NE8 3 is typical for the NE8 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
Milvain Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Peareth Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Highline Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Hendon Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hendon Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Grand Central Way House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Medway Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Rennison Close House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Hendon Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Mayfair Gardens Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in NE8

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9532 occurrences · Code H
2
Internal or external wall insulation
7428 occurrences · Code C
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6397 occurrences · Code M
4
Solar water heating
5015 occurrences · Code L
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4181 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE8 3

: The average EPC rating in NE8 3 is band C. This is based on 3,549 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 32% of properties in NE8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 68% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE8 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,532 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,428 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,397 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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