Energy Performance Certificate
16 Ripon Drive
DL1 4JX
DARLINGTON
Current
C
74
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached bungalow is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 4JX. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £834, comprising £581 for heating, £214 for hot water, and £39 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2024 for £102,500.
How Does 16 Ripon Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this DARLINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £834 are approximately £966 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 DL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £11/year more than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
16 Ripon Drive
DL1 4JX
DARLINGTON
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
63.0 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
74 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
34 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
189 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 Oct 2025
rental
About DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £242 below the DARLINGTON average, offering good value. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the DARLINGTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£102,500
18 December 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£581.0/yr
Hot Water
£214.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£39.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.3 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Rydal Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Skerne Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St John's Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Firthmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryPolam Hall School
All-throughLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
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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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.