What is the average EPC rating in NE8 3?

The average EPC rating in NE8 3 is band C. This is based on 3,396 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE8 3 need energy improvements?

33% of properties in NE8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 67% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE8?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the NE8 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 NE8 3

3,396 properties in NE8 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the NE8 average. 33% 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

3,396

Band A-C

67%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

33%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE8 3.

A0%

B15%

C52%

D28%

E5%

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
Cromwell Street House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Ovett Gardens House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Avon Street House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Split Crow Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Peareth Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Bishops Park Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Howard Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Redgrave Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Moore Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Cobden Street Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	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
9345 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
7428 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6127 occurrences · Code 34
4
Solar water heating
5005 occurrences · Code 19
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4162 occurrences · Code 20

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE8 3

: The average EPC rating in NE8 3 is band C. This is based on 3,396 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 33% of properties in NE8 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 67% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the NE8 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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