Energy Performance Certificate
23, Lakeside
DL1 5TH
DARLINGTON
Current
D
55
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 5TH. The property offers 151m² (1625 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1831, comprising £1563 for heating, £116 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 8.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2016 for £220,000.
How Does 23, Lakeside Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this DARLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1831 are close to the UK average. At 151m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.4 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1008/year more than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Feb 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
23, Lakeside
DL1 5TH
DARLINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
151.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
8.4 tonnes/year
56 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
303 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Feb 2016
marketed sale
About DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £740 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the DARLINGTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£220,000
5 May 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1563.0/yr
Save £535/yr
Hot Water
£116.0/yr
Lighting
10.0% low energy
£152.0/yr
Save £72/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Skerne Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Polam Hall School
All-throughLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Abbey Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Rydal Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Abbey Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St John's Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Carmel College
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2013
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: 485 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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
85 incidents (29%)
violent crime
55 incidents (19%)
Shoplifting
50 incidents (17%)
Public order
26 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
25 incidents (9%)
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.