Energy Performance Certificate
20 Sergeant Close
DH1 5ZN
Durham
Current
B
86
Potential
A
95
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Durham, DH1 5ZN. The property offers 95m² (1023 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (86/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (95/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £598, comprising £354 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £126 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £248,950.
How Does 20 Sergeant Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 86/100, this Durham property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £598 are approximately £1202 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 95m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Durham
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 86/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £90/year more than the Durham average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Feb 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
20 Sergeant Close
DH1 5ZN
Durham
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
2020
Floor Area
95.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
86 / 100
Potential: 95
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
74 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Feb 2024
marketed sale
About Durham
Durham is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in Durham have an average EPC rating of B (score 82/100). The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£248,950
29 February 2024
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£354.0/yr
Hot Water
£118.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£126.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.26 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Framwellgate School Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2012
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Finchale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
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: 442 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.