What is the average EPC rating in NE5 1?

The average EPC rating in NE5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,337 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Newcastle upon Tyne.

How many properties in NE5 1 need energy improvements?

42% of properties in NE5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in NE5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,292 properties), solar water heating (14,310 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,376 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE5 1

3,337 properties in NE5 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the NE5 average. 42% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of NE5 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,337

Band A-C

58%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

42%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE5 1.

A8%

B28%

C22%

D36%

E5%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in NE5 1 is typical for the NE5 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
Thistle Way House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Chadderton Drive Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Granville Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Granville Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Watson Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Watson Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Watson Road House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Granville Drive House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Watson Road House•1 months ago	House	A	1 months ago	View report
Granville Drive House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in NE5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15292 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
14310 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
10376 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
4757 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
4243 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE5 1

: The average EPC rating in NE5 1 is band D. This is based on 3,337 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Newcastle upon Tyne.
: 42% of properties in NE5 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 58% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in NE5 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,292 properties), solar water heating (14,310 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (10,376 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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