EPC.Report
D
NE11 Gateshead
Gateshead Rating D Score: 67 / 100

NE11 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

For the 4,821 homes assessed in NE11, the average energy score comes in at 67 out of 100, placing it around the national average. The national average is 67, which means NE11 performs roughly in line with the rest of the country. The most common rating band is D, with 10.6% of homes rated A or B and 79.6% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 1.2% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a rating of D means many homes here lose more heat than average — potentially adding £200-400 per year to energy bills compared to a C-rated home.

Houses make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats make up a notable 23% of homes here. Around 63% of properties are owner-occupied and 23% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 93% of homes, which is typical for urban areas across England.

There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 67 to 81 — a 14-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in NE11 and want to reduce your energy bills, start with our guide to loft insulation — it is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make.

EPC Rating Distribution

A
12 (0.2%)
B
498 (10.3%)
C
1,814 (37.6%)
D
2,024 (42.0%)
E
414 (8.6%)
F
49 (1.0%)
G
10 (0.2%)

Energy Efficiency Score

67
NE11 avg
67
National avg
0 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 81 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

3,335
House
1,088
Flat
357
Bungalow
41
Maisonette

Tenure

2,791
Owner-occupied
621
Private rented
995
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

4,473
gas
230
electric
19
oil
99
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in NE11?

Homes in NE11 have an average EPC rating of D, scoring 67 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 4,821 certificates issued across the district.

This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful. A D rating typically means higher-than-necessary heating bills, especially in older properties without adequate insulation.

What percentage of homes in NE11 are rated F or G?

1.2% of homes in NE11 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.

This is actually better than the national picture, suggesting the housing stock in NE11 is in relatively good shape — though any home rated F or G would still benefit enormously from basic upgrades. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.

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