Energy Performance Certificate
17 Oley Meadows
DH8 0JF
CONSETT
Current
E
53
Potential
B
82
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
B
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,921
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,285
potential per year
This property costs approximately £121 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £636 annually.
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached bungalow is located in CONSETT, DH8 0JF. The property offers 99m² (1066 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property has an EPC rating of E (53/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1921, comprising £1556 for heating, £268 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2023 for £265,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Oct 2022
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully triple glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
82.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 82% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
17 Oley Meadows
DH8 0JF
CONSETT
Property Type
Bungalow
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
99.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
378 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in CONSETT
CONSETT has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£1556 /yr
Save £530/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£268 /yr
Save £122/yr
💡 Lighting
82.0% low energy
£97 /yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£265,000
S
Apr 2023
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shotley Bridge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Benfieldside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill
PrimaryConsett Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ebchester CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Consett
PrimaryConsett Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
The Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 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: 165 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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