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19 Bluebell Dene

NE5 4DF

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

Current

D

61

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 4DF. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1576, comprising £1149 for heating, £302 for hot water, and £125 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2020 for £68,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 19 Bluebell Dene Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1576 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800.

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 property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

This property61
Average64
-5% below
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vs NE5

This property61
Average63
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £872/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 20 Dec 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

19 Bluebell Dene

NE5 4DF

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

65.0

4.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

5.6 tonnes/year

86 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

508 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Dec 2024

non marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £445 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£68,000

19 June 2020

Type: Flat

+£18,050(+36.1%)

vs previous sale

£49,950

4 March 2016

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 36.1% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1149.0/yr

Save £423/yr

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Hot Water

£302.0/yr

Save £39/yr

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Lighting

56.0% low energy

£125.0/yr

Save £39/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 56% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cheviot Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNE5 4EB

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE5 4BT
?Not yet rated

Farne Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 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
📍1 miles awayNE3 3YF

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Beech Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE5 2LW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Hilton Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE5 3RN

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Outstanding

Studio West

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayNE5 2SZ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime237 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

54 incidents (23%)

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Anti-social behaviour

51 incidents (22%)

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Shoplifting

34 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

22 incidents (9%)

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Public order

17 incidents (7%)

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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