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Energy Performance Certificate

15, School View

DH1 1HU

DURHAM

Current

B

89

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 1HU. The property offers 88m² (947 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (89/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £547, comprising £378 for heating, £111 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2018 for £34,500.

How Does 15, School View Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 89/100, this DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £547 are approximately £1253 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 88m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 DH1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property89
Average60
+48% better
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vs DURHAM

This property89
Average64
+39% better
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vs DH1

This property89
Average62
+44% better

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: £201/year less than the DURHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(89 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Nov 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

15, School View

DH1 1HU

DURHAM

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

88.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

89 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

64 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Nov 2014

rental (social)

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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. Heating costs are £370 below the DURHAM average, offering good value. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£34,500

24 August 2018

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£378.0/yr

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Hot Water

£111.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awayDH1 1PH

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDH1 2HZ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDH1 2JQ
?Not yet rated

Laurel Avenue Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDH1 2EY

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Belmont Community School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayDH1 2QP

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDH1 2QP

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Primary
📍1 miles awayDH1 2AQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayDH1 2TX

Last inspected: Dec 2018

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

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime164 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Shoplifting

50 incidents (30%)

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violent crime

27 incidents (16%)

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Anti-social behaviour

20 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

19 incidents (12%)

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Public order

12 incidents (7%)

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.

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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