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Energy Performance Certificate

12, Mainstone Close

NE23 6AJ

CRAMLINGTON

Current

D

64

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CRAMLINGTON, NE23 6AJ. The property offers 78.84m² (849 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (77/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £746, comprising £564 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 12, Mainstone Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this CRAMLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £746 are approximately £1054 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.0 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 NE23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property64
Average60
+7% better
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vs CRAMLINGTON

This property64
Average65
-2% below
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vs NE23

This property64
Average64
At average

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £115/year more than the CRAMLINGTON 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(64 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Jul 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Mainstone Close

NE23 6AJ

CRAMLINGTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

78.84

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

64 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

4.0 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

300 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Jul 2009

marketed sale

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About CRAMLINGTON

CRAMLINGTON is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in CRAMLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). The NE23 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£564.0/yr

Save £192/yr

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Hot Water

£138.0/yr

Save £46/yr

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Lighting

88.0% low energy

£44.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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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

Average

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hareside Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNE23 6BL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Cramlington Learning Village

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayNE23 6BN

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Beaconhill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE23 8EH

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE23 6DB

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Cramlington Shanklea Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNE23 1RQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNE23 6LW

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Burnside Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNE23 1XZ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cramlington Northburn Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNE23 3QS

Last inspected: Oct 2022

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.

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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