What is the average EPC rating in NE42 6?

The average EPC rating in NE42 6 is band D. This is based on 1,605 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Northumberland.

How many properties in NE42 6 need energy improvements?

61% of properties in NE42 6 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 NE42?

The most frequently recommended improvements in NE42 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,914 properties), solar water heating (3,607 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,353 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in NE42 6

1,605 properties in NE42 6 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the NE42 average. 61% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of NE42 in Northumberland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,605

Band A-C

39%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

61%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across NE42 6.

A0%

B6%

C33%

D45%

E14%

F2%

G1%

Most properties in NE42 6 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in NE42 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Western Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Holly Grove House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Western Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ovington View House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Castle Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Rowan Grove House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wellburn Cottage House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Western Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
East Farmhouse House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Springfield House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in NE42

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3914 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3607 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2353 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1259 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
1249 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about NE42 6

: The average EPC rating in NE42 6 is band D. This is based on 1,605 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Northumberland.
: 61% of properties in NE42 6 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 NE42 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,914 properties), solar water heating (3,607 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (2,353 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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