Energy Performance Certificate
2, Chigwell Close, Penshaw
DH4 7EB
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Current
D
65
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 7EB. The property offers 84.17m² (906 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £746, comprising £566 for heating, £88 for hot water, and £92 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2018 for £180,500.
How Does 2, Chigwell Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this HOUGHTON LE SPRING property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £746 are approximately £1054 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.5 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 DH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOUGHTON LE SPRING
vs DH4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £40/year more than the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
2, Chigwell Close
Penshaw
DH4 7EB
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
84.17 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
3.5 tonnes/year
42 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
217 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2011
marketed sale
About HOUGHTON LE SPRING
HOUGHTON LE SPRING is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in HOUGHTON LE SPRING have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The DH4 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£180,500
31 August 2018
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£566.0/yr
Save £19/yr
Hot Water
£88.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£92.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Barnwell Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Shiney Row Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
New Penshaw Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Newbottle Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Bournmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Fatfield Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (26%)
violent crime
23 incidents (26%)
Criminal damage
10 incidents (11%)
Burglary
7 incidents (8%)
Public order
6 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.
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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.