Energy Performance Certificate
19 Montrose Street
DL1 1JU
DARLINGTON
Current
D
62
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 1JU. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1652, comprising £1168 for heating, £372 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 19 Montrose Street Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this DARLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1652 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 DL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £829/year more than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
19 Montrose Street
DL1 1JU
DARLINGTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
53.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
59 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
337 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Sept 2023
marketed sale
About DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £345 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1168.0/yr
Save £314/yr
Hot Water
£372.0/yr
Save £193/yr
Lighting
75.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Gurney Pease Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Corporation Road Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Northwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Heathfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Reid Street Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
The Rydal Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
167 incidents (26%)
Anti-social behaviour
153 incidents (24%)
Shoplifting
83 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
72 incidents (11%)
Public order
40 incidents (6%)
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.