Energy Performance Certificate
10 Springwell Road
DH1 4LR
DURHAM
Current
C
80
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 4LR. The property offers 242m² (2605 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2422, comprising £2094 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £165 for lighting. The property produces 5.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 10 Springwell Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2422 annually are £622 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 242m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1674/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Oct 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
10 Springwell Road
DH1 4LR
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
242.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
5.9 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
130 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Oct 2024
marketed sale
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1346 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the DURHAM area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£2094.0/yr
Save £179/yr
Hot Water
£163.0/yr
Lighting
98.0% low energy
£165.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 98% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2012
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Framwellgate School Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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: 500 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
84 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
47 incidents (19%)
Shoplifting
36 incidents (14%)
Public order
27 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
16 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.