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15a Eastgarth

NE5 4ES

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 4ES. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), 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 cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £645, comprising £375 for heating, £172 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 15a Eastgarth Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £645 are approximately £1155 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.4 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

This property81
Average64
+27% better
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vs NE5

This property81
Average63
+29% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £59/year less than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE 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(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 May 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

15a Eastgarth

NE5 4ES

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2012 onwards

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Floor Area

63.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

123 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 May 2024

rental

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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 £329 below the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average, offering good value. The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£375.0/yr

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Hot Water

£172.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Very Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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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

Cheviot Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNE5 4EB

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNE5 4BT
?Not yet rated

Farne Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE5 4AP

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Kingston Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNE3 2EL

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Kenton Bar Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNE3 3YF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Hilton Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNE5 3RN

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Outstanding

Beech Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNE5 2LW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton

Primary
📍1 miles awayNE3 3QR
?Not yet rated

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 Crime334 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

72 incidents (22%)

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violent crime

69 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

49 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

37 incidents (11%)

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Vehicle crime

28 incidents (8%)

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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