Energy Performance Certificate
14, Black Close
NE63 8TE
ASHINGTON
Current
C
76
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in ASHINGTON, NE63 8TE. The property offers 274m² (2949 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1384, comprising £1113 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £179 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2017 for £360,000.
How Does 14, Black Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this ASHINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1384 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 274m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 6.8 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NE63 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ASHINGTON
vs NE63
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £731/year more than the ASHINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 May 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
14, Black Close
NE63 8TE
ASHINGTON
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
274.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
6.8 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
130 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 May 2013
marketed sale
About ASHINGTON
ASHINGTON is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in ASHINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £460 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NE63 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ASHINGTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£360,000
27 February 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1113.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Hot Water
£92.0/yr
Lighting
13.0% low energy
£179.0/yr
Save £83/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
PrimaryStakeford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Ashington Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Central Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington
PrimaryNCEA Bishop's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
PrimaryNCEA Duke's Secondary School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
55 incidents (28%)
violent crime
45 incidents (23%)
Criminal damage
29 incidents (15%)
Shoplifting
22 incidents (11%)
Other crime
10 incidents (5%)
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.