What is the average EPC rating in SR3 1?

The average EPC rating in SR3 1 is band D. This is based on 3,823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.

How many properties in SR3 1 need energy improvements?

65% of properties in SR3 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SR3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SR3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,705 properties), solar water heating (15,113 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,429 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SR3 1

3,823 properties in SR3 1 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the SR3 average. 65% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of SR3 in Sunderland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,823

Band A-C

35%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

65%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SR3 1.

A0%

B10%

C25%

D51%

E13%

F1%

G0%

Most properties in SR3 1 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in SR3 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
Aged Miners Homes Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Aged Miners Homes Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	C	4 months ago	View report
Baneberry Drive House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Baneberry Drive House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Aged Miners Homes Bungalow•4 months ago	Bungalow	D	4 months ago	View report
Vicarage Close House•4 months ago	House	C	4 months ago	View report
Harebell Close House•4 months ago	House	A	4 months ago	View report
Baneberry Drive House•4 months ago	House	B	4 months ago	View report
Queen Alexandra Road House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report
Devon Drive House•4 months ago	House	D	4 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SR3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15705 occurrences
2
Solar water heating
15113 occurrences
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
11429 occurrences
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
6474 occurrences
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
5730 occurrences

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Frequently asked questions about SR3 1

: The average EPC rating in SR3 1 is band D. This is based on 3,823 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.
: 65% of properties in SR3 1 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SR3 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (15,705 properties), solar water heating (15,113 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (11,429 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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