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Every energy certificate registered in a postcode, and what one of them actually says.
Certificates inNE8 1RS · Gateshead
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- Potential after improvements
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- Floor area
- 167 m²
- Property type
- 0, 4
- Age band
- Not recorded
- Inspected
- 30 May 2016
- Lodged
- 31 May 2016
- Valid until
- 30 May 2026
Every certificate in NE8 1RS
Energy Performance Certificates from the MHCLG register, retrieved 26 October 2026. A certificate describes the property on the day it was inspected, under a standard assessment — not the bills you would pay, and not the state of it now. Greathome does not claim any of these is the property you are looking at; the register has no address key we can trust for that.
Understand a property’s energy evidence
Search the connected energy-certificate records and check which certificate belongs to the property you are considering.
How the tool works
- Search the postcode and inspect the addresses returned.
- Check certificate dates and identifiers before selecting a record.
- Read the published rating and recommendations in the context of the assessment date.
When to use it
Use EPC research before a viewing or when considering energy improvements. It helps organise questions for the seller, landlord or assessor.
UK coverage and assumptions
The connected open-data service covers England and Wales. A certificate is a dated energy assessment, not a structural survey or a prediction of your household’s bills.
Frequently asked questions
Does a better rating guarantee lower bills?
No. Energy use depends on occupancy, heating choices, tariffs and changes since assessment. The rating uses a defined methodology rather than your personal consumption.
Can several certificates exist for one address?
Yes. Check dates and identifiers and whether a newer assessment exists. An old record may have been replaced or expired.
Does the postcode confirm the property match?
No. A postcode can contain many homes. Match the exact address or relevant identifier before using floor area or certificate details.