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Energy Performance Certificate

11, Haven Close

DL1 1PF

DARLINGTON

Current

D

68

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 1PF. The property offers 77.1m² (830 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £638, comprising £475 for heating, £104 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2019 for £115,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 11, Haven Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this DARLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £638 are approximately £1162 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.0 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 DL1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs DARLINGTON

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs DL1

This property68
Average60
+13% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £185/year less than the DARLINGTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Dec 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

11, Haven Close

DL1 1PF

DARLINGTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

77.1

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

236 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Dec 2009

rental (private)

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About DARLINGTON

DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £348 below the DARLINGTON average, offering good value. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£115,000

18 November 2019

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£475.0/yr

Save £52/yr

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Hot Water

£104.0/yr

Save £13/yr

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Lighting

56.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Save £18/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayDL1 1LL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Heathfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL1 1EJ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Gurney Pease Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 2NG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

The Rydal Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 4BH

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 4NL
?Not yet rated

St John's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDL1 4UB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Outstanding

Red Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDL1 2ST

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

Corporation Road Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDL3 6AR

Last inspected: Sept 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

🚀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

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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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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.

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