What is the average EPC rating in SR5 3?

The average EPC rating in SR5 3 is band D. This is based on 2,982 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.

How many properties in SR5 3 need energy improvements?

50% of properties in SR5 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in SR5?

The most frequently recommended improvements in SR5 are solar water heating (19,056 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,123 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (14,188 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in SR5 3

2,982 properties in SR5 3 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the SR5 average. 50% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of SR5 in Sunderland. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,982

Band A-C

50%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

50%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across SR5 3.

A1%

B12%

C38%

D39%

E10%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in SR5 3 is typical for the SR5 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
Hepburn Grove House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Oswald Terrace West Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Ferryboat Lane House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Nye Dene House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Capetown Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lansbury Way House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Ferryboat Lane House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cheam Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Nye Dene House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Craigshaw Square House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in SR5

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar water heating
19056 occurrences · Code L
2
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
17123 occurrences · Code M
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
14188 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (suspended floor)
13717 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about SR5 3

: The average EPC rating in SR5 3 is band D. This is based on 2,982 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Sunderland.
: 50% of properties in SR5 3 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 50% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in SR5 are solar water heating (19,056 properties), solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (17,123 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (14,188 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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