What is the average EPC rating in NE8 4?

The average EPC rating in NE8 4 is band D. This is based on 4,685 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.

How many properties in NE8 4 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in NE8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% 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 (9,345 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,428 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,127 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE8 4

4,685 properties in NE8 4 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the NE8 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. 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

4,685

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE8 4.

A0%

B5%

C35%

D43%

E15%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in NE8 4 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in NE8 include low energy lighting for all fixed outlets and internal or external wall insulation.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Whitehall Road House•Today	House	F	Today	View report
Rawling Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Kelvin Grove Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Saltwell Place Maisonette•Today	Maisonette	D	Today	View report
Rawling Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Rawling Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Hedley Street House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Kelvin Grove Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Westminster Street House•Today	House	A	Today	View report
Brinkburn Avenue Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	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 4

: The average EPC rating in NE8 4 is band D. This is based on 4,685 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gateshead.
: 61% of properties in NE8 4 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 39% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE8 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,345 properties), internal or external wall insulation (7,428 properties), and solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,127 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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