What is the average EPC rating in NE3 5?

The average EPC rating in NE3 5 is band C. This is based on 2,417 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Newcastle upon Tyne.

How many properties in NE3 5 need energy improvements?

41% of properties in NE3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 59% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,180 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,795 properties), and solar water heating (9,983 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE3 5

2,417 properties in NE3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—matching the NE3 average. 41% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of NE3 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,417

Band A-C

59%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

41%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE3 5.

A0%

B4%

C55%

D34%

E6%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in NE3 5 is typical for the NE3 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
Low Gosforth Court Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollywood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cheswick Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cheswick Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hollywood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Barmoor Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Garden Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cheswick Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Hollywood Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Celandine Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in NE3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
13180 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11795 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
9983 occurrences · Code L
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5090 occurrences · Code E
5
Cavity wall insulation
4451 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE3 5

: The average EPC rating in NE3 5 is band C. This is based on 2,417 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Newcastle upon Tyne.
: 41% of properties in NE3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 59% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (13,180 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,795 properties), and solar water heating (9,983 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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