Energy Performance Certificate
20 Brinkburn Close
DL14 0SS
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
B
91
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 0SS. The property offers 157m² (1690 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (91/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £2362, comprising £1897 for heating, £251 for hot water, and £214 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 20 Brinkburn Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 91/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2362 annually are £562 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 157m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 DL14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 91/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1373/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Jan 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
20 Brinkburn Close
DL14 0SS
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
157.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
91 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
89 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jan 2024
not sale or rental
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 £908 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1897.0/yr
Hot Water
£251.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£214.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bishop Barrington Academy
SecondarySt Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
PrimaryWoodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St Anne's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Escomb Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Etherley Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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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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.