Energy Performance Certificate
11a Collingwood Street, Coundon
DL14 8LG
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
D
55
Potential
D
61
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 8LG. The property offers 35m² (377 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £947, comprising £569 for heating, £343 for hot water, and £35 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. 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 11a Collingwood Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £947 are approximately £853 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 35m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.5 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 DL14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £42/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 14 Jan 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
11a Collingwood Street
Coundon
DL14 8LG
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
35.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
0.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 61
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
100 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
593 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
14 Jan 2020
rental (private)
About BISHOP AUCKLAND
BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are £420 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£569.0/yr
Save £130/yr
Hot Water
£343.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£35.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
No system present: electric heaters assumed
Main Fuel
To be used only when there is no heating/hot-water system
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Victoria Lane Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon
PrimaryPrince Bishops Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2011
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Andrew's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Kirk Merrington Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
Cockton Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Cockton Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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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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.