What is the average EPC rating in DH4 5?

The average EPC rating in DH4 5 is band D. This is based on 2,272 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.

How many properties in DH4 5 need energy improvements?

51% of properties in DH4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 49% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH4?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH4 are solar water heating (15,524 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,044 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,496 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH4 5

2,272 properties in DH4 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DH4 average. 51% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH4 in Sunderland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,272

Band A-C

49%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

51%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH4 5.

A0%

B10%

C39%

D41%

E8%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH4 5 is typical for the DH4 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
Blind Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Moorsfield House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Marsden Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
St. Andrews House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Nine Lands House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Abbey Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brinkburn Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
The Oval House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Fairbairn Drive House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
St. Andrews House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH4

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar water heating
15524 occurrences · Code L
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15044 occurrences · Code M
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9496 occurrences · Code H
4
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5423 occurrences · Code J
5
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
5109 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH4 5

: The average EPC rating in DH4 5 is band D. This is based on 2,272 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.
: 51% of properties in DH4 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 49% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH4 are solar water heating (15,524 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,044 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,496 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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