Energy Performance Certificate
22 Whitby Close
DL14 0RU
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
C
75
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 0RU. The property offers 149m² (1604 sq ft) of spacious living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £2365, comprising £1861 for heating, £276 for hot water, and £228 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2024 for £285,000.
How Does 22 Whitby Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2365 annually are £565 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 149m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.6 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 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1376/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
22 Whitby Close
DL14 0RU
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
149.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
96 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2023
marketed sale
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 £872 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£285,000
22 February 2024
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1861.0/yr
Save £129/yr
Hot Water
£276.0/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£228.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 300 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
Low energy lighting in 80% 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
PrimaryEscomb Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Anne's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Woodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Etherley Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Cockton Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
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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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.