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Energy Performance Certificate

23, Goldsmith Close

TS23 3GW

BILLINGHAM

Current

C

72

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BILLINGHAM, TS23 3GW. The property offers 168m² (1808 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1090, comprising £871 for heating, £138 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 23, Goldsmith Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BILLINGHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1090 are approximately £710 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 168m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the TS23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BILLINGHAM

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs TS23

This property72
Average60
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £374/year more than the BILLINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Dec 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

23, Goldsmith Close

TS23 3GW

BILLINGHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

168.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

158 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Dec 2013

FiT application

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About BILLINGHAM

BILLINGHAM is situated in Teesside, North East. Properties in BILLINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The TS23 postcode district contains over 9400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£871.0/yr

Save £117/yr

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Hot Water

£138.0/yr

Save £60/yr

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Lighting

96.0% low energy

£81.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 96% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oakdene Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTS23 3NR
?Not yet rated

Wolviston Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTS22 5LN
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTS23 3NN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTS23 2BS

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Roseberry Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTS23 2HJ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Bewley Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTS23 3LH
?Not yet rated

Northfield School and Sports College

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTS22 5EG

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Prior's Mill CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayTS22 5BX
?Not yet rated

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Higher Crime225 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

61 incidents (27%)

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Shoplifting

43 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

36 incidents (16%)

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Criminal damage

24 incidents (11%)

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Vehicle crime

16 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.

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.

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