What is the average EPC rating in DH5 8?

The average EPC rating in DH5 8 is band D. This is based on 2,103 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.

How many properties in DH5 8 need energy improvements?

56% of properties in DH5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in DH5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in DH5 are solar water heating (10,495 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,459 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,698 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in DH5 8

2,103 properties in DH5 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the DH5 average. 56% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of DH5 in Sunderland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,103

Band A-C

44%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

56%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across DH5 8.

A1%

B10%

C32%

D42%

E12%

F2%

G0%

Energy efficiency in DH5 8 is typical for the DH5 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
Coptleigh House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lawnswood House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cragside Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Menteith House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Leeholme House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Grove House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Kirknewton Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Dene Gardens House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Thurlow Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Longlands Drive House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in DH5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar water heating
10495 occurrences · Code L
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10459 occurrences · Code M
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
6698 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
3890 occurrences · Code E
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
3168 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about DH5 8

: The average EPC rating in DH5 8 is band D. This is based on 2,103 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.
: 56% of properties in DH5 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 44% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in DH5 are solar water heating (10,495 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,459 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (6,698 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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