Energy Performance Certificate
10, Sidegate
DH1 5SY
DURHAM
Current
E
43
Potential
C
77
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,946
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,068
potential per year
This property costs approximately £146 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £878 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This terraced house is located in DURHAM, DH1 5SY. The property offers 114m² (1227 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (43/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1946, comprising £1685 for heating, £182 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 21 Aug 2017
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
10, Sidegate
DH1 5SY
DURHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
114.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
581 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in DURHAM
DURHAM has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1685 /yr
Save £809/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£182 /yr
Save £69/yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£79 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2012
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 444 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
92 incidents (29%)
Shoplifting
58 incidents (18%)
Anti-social behaviour
54 incidents (17%)
Public order
31 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
21 incidents (7%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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