Energy Performance Certificate
12 Rochester Drive
NE5 4FD
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Current
B
91
Potential
A
94
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 4FD. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £718, comprising £248 for heating, £426 for hot water, and £44 for lighting. The property produces 0.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 12 Rochester Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £718 are approximately £1082 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.1 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 NE5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
vs NE5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £14/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Rochester Drive
NE5 4FD
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
76.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
91 / 100
Potential: 94
CO₂ Emissions
0.1 tonnes/year
1 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
27 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 May 2025
new dwelling
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £456 below the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average, offering good value. The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£248.0/yr
Hot Water
£426.0/yr
Save £115/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£44.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Excelent lighting efficiency
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
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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.