Energy Performance Certificate
26 Brackendale Road
DH1 2AB
DURHAM
Current
C
77
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 2AB. The property offers 126m² (1356 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1600, comprising £1194 for heating, £233 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 26 Brackendale Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1600 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 126m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £852/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Feb 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Brackendale Road
DH1 2AB
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
126.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
141 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Feb 2023
rental
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £446 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1194.0/yr
Hot Water
£233.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£173.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 400+ 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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Belmont Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Durham Gilesgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Sherburn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
PrimaryAbout 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Shoplifting
14 incidents (18%)
violent crime
14 incidents (18%)
Anti-social behaviour
11 incidents (14%)
Theft
9 incidents (11%)
Burglary
8 incidents (10%)
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.