Energy Performance Certificate
18 Chipchase Grove
DH1 3FA
DURHAM
Current
B
85
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 3FA. The property offers 142m² (1528 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £524, comprising £330 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £92 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2019 for £439,995.
How Does 18 Chipchase Grove Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £524 are approximately £1276 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 142m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.1 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £224/year less than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Oct 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Chipchase Grove
DH1 3FA
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
142.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
15 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
85 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Oct 2019
new dwelling
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 £418 below the DURHAM average, offering good value. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£439,995
25 October 2019
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£330.0/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Save £44/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£92.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Langley Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor
PrimarySt Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
Browney Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast 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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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.