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11 Viscount Close

DH9 8FD

STANLEY

Current

C

78

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in STANLEY, DH9 8FD. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (91/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1109, comprising £745 for heating, £241 for hot water, and £123 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2022 for £140,000.

How Does 11 Viscount Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this STANLEY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1109 are approximately £691 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.0 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH9 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs STANLEY

This property78
Average62
+26% better
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vs DH9

This property78
Average60
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £331/year more than the STANLEY 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(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

11 Viscount Close

DH9 8FD

STANLEY

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

70.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 91

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

28 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

162 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Aug 2023

rental

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About STANLEY

STANLEY is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in STANLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DH9 postcode district contains over 13200 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

4 April 2022

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£745.0/yr

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Hot Water

£241.0/yr

Save £80/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£123.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very 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

Solid, 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

Catchgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDH9 8LX

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Annfield Plain Junior School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDH9 7ST

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Annfield Plain Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDH9 7UY
?Not yet rated

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDH9 9BB
?Not yet rated

Collierley Nursery and Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayDH9 9DJ
?Not yet rated

Tanfield Lea Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDH9 9LU

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Tanfield School

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayDH9 8AY
?Not yet rated

Greenland Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDH9 7EZ

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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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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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