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105, Silverhill Drive

NE5 2JP

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

Current

C

69

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 2JP. The property offers 101m² (1087 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £879, comprising £674 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2020 for £194,950.

How Does 105, Silverhill Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £879 are approximately £921 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 101m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 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 NE5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

This property69
Average64
+8% better
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vs NE5

This property69
Average63
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £175/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Dec 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

105, Silverhill Drive

NE5 2JP

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

101.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

4.1 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

230 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Dec 2019

marketed sale

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About NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£194,950

9 December 2020

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£674.0/yr

Save £65/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (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

Stocksfield Avenue Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNE5 2DQ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Cuthbert's High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayNE15 7PX

Last inspected: Jul 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNE15 7HS
?Not yet rated

Broadwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNE15 7TB

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Excelsior Academy

All-through
📍0.6 miles awayNE15 6AF

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Fenham

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNE5 2SA
?Not yet rated

Bridgewater Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE15 6NL

Last inspected: Dec 2013

Outstanding

Thomas Walling Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE5 3PL

Last inspected: May 2021

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime382 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

81 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

71 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

60 incidents (16%)

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Vehicle crime

53 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

49 incidents (13%)

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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