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Energy Performance Certificate

1 Church Lane, Tow Law

DL13 4HE

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Current

A

92

Potential

A

92

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL13 4HE. The property offers 141m² (1518 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1670, comprising £1317 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £163 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2021 for £140,000.

How Does 1 Church Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1670 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 141m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL13 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs BISHOP AUCKLAND

This property92
Average59
+56% better
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vs DL13

This property92
Average49
+88% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £681/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Current
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

A(92 points)

Potential Rating

A(92 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Mar 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Church Lane

Tow Law

DL13 4HE

BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

141.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

92 / 100

Potential: 92

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

18 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

98 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Mar 2024

rental

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About BISHOP AUCKLAND

BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £328 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£140,000

5 July 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1317.0/yr

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Hot Water

£190.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£163.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL13 4AU
?Not yet rated

Tow Law Millennium Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL13 4LF

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Wolsingham Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayDL13 3ET

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Stanley (Crook) Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayDL15 9AN

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Hartside Primary Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayDL15 9NN

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Crook Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayDL15 8QG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayDL15 9DN
?Not yet rated

Wolsingham School

Secondary
📍3.5 miles awayDL13 3DJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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Area Safety

Very Low Crime18 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

6 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

3 incidents (17%)

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Theft

3 incidents (17%)

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Vehicle crime

2 incidents (11%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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