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Energy Performance Certificate

18, Worcester Place

DL14 6UZ

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Current

C

76

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 6UZ. The property offers 86m² (926 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (90/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £597, comprising £427 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 18, Worcester Place Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £597 are approximately £1203 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs BISHOP AUCKLAND

This property76
Average59
+29% better
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vs DL14

This property76
Average61
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £392/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 May 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

18, Worcester Place

DL14 6UZ

BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

86.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

27 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

142 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 May 2014

none of the above

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About BISHOP AUCKLAND

BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £562 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£427.0/yr

Save £63/yr

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Hot Water

£98.0/yr

Save £24/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Save £20/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cockton Hill Infant School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Cockton Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Andrew's Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDL14 6RY

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 6QH
?Not yet rated

St Anne's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 6LS

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Woodhouse Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL14 6QW

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDL14 6JT

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Bishop Barrington Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDL14 6LA
?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 Crime311 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

84 incidents (27%)

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violent crime

72 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

57 incidents (18%)

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Criminal damage

33 incidents (11%)

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Public order

24 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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