NE47 is below average for energy efficiency — most homes here have room to improve.
20.9% of homes are rated F or G — above the national average of 2.9%.
Across 2,616 assessed properties, NE47 achieves an average EPC score of 52 out of 100, placing it below the national average. For reference, the England and Wales average is 67 — so NE47 is below that benchmark. The most common rating band is E, with 4.4% of homes rated A or B and 41.1% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 20.9% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, an E rating signals significant energy waste. In practical terms, households here could be spending £400-600 more per year on energy than they need to.
Walk through NE47 and you will mostly see houses. Around 72% of properties are owner-occupied . Oil-fired heating is common in this part of NE47, reflecting the more rural character of the area and limited mains gas coverage.
There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 52 to 80 — a 28-point jump that would lift the typical rating to C. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in NE47 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
Energy Efficiency Score
Potential score if all improvements made: 80 (rating C)
Recommended Improvements
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average EPC rating in NE47?
Homes in NE47 have an average EPC rating of E, scoring 52 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 2,616 certificates issued across the district.
That is below the national average of 67, which means there is real scope to improve energy efficiency here. An E rating suggests many homes here are losing significant amounts of heat — and money — through poor insulation or outdated heating systems.
What percentage of homes in NE47 are rated F or G?
20.9% of homes in NE47 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.
That means NE47 has a higher-than-average proportion of poorly insulated homes. On the positive side, many of these properties may qualify for free improvements through government schemes like ECO4 or the Great British Insulation Scheme. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.