Energy Performance Certificate
124 Broome Road
DH1 1NE
DURHAM
Current
B
89
Potential
A
94
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 1NE. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), 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). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1069, comprising £776 for heating, £149 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 124 Broome Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1069 are approximately £731 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 89/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £321/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
124 Broome Road
DH1 1NE
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
72.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
89 / 100
Potential: 94
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
91 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jul 2024
not sale or rental
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£776.0/yr
Save £64/yr
Hot Water
£149.0/yr
Save £52/yr
Lighting
44.0% low energy
£144.0/yr
Save £52/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 44% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Belmont Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Durham Gilesgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
PrimarySherburn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Shoplifting
14 incidents (22%)
violent crime
11 incidents (17%)
Anti-social behaviour
9 incidents (14%)
Theft
8 incidents (12%)
Burglary
7 incidents (11%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.