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Energy Performance Certificate

24, The Garth

DL17 8TH

FERRYHILL

Current

C

74

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in FERRYHILL, DL17 8TH. The property offers 41.9m² (451 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £427, comprising £305 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £25 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 24, The Garth Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this FERRYHILL property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £427 are approximately £1373 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 41.9m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 DL17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs FERRYHILL

This property74
Average62
+19% better
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vs DL17

This property74
Average60
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £338/year less than the FERRYHILL average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Dec 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

24, The Garth

DL17 8TH

FERRYHILL

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

41.9

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

48 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

291 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Dec 2009

rental (social)

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About FERRYHILL

FERRYHILL is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in FERRYHILL have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £460 below the FERRYHILL average, offering good value. The DL17 postcode district contains over 7700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£305.0/yr

Save £12/yr

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Hot Water

£97.0/yr

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Lighting

85.0% low energy

£25.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 85% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDL17 8PP

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL17 8AN

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL17 8QY
?Not yet rated

Ferryhill School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayDL17 8RW

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Ferryhill Station Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDL17 0DB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

North Park Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDL16 6PP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

West Cornforth Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDL17 9HP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Outstanding

Kirk Merrington Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayDL16 7JB

Last inspected: Dec 2011

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 263 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:263 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:40 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime155 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

56 incidents (36%)

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Criminal damage

28 incidents (18%)

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Anti-social behaviour

21 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

13 incidents (8%)

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Public order

9 incidents (6%)

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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