Energy Performance Certificate
26 Gillwood Court, Station Road
DH4 7LQ
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Current
C
73
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 7LQ. The property offers 30m² (323 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 £348, comprising £231 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £31 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 26 Gillwood Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this HOUGHTON LE SPRING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £348 are approximately £1452 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 30m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 DH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOUGHTON LE SPRING
vs DH4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £358/year less than the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
26 Gillwood Court
Station Road
Penshaw
DH4 7LQ
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
30.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
1.5 tonnes/year
48 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
273 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
22 Jan 2022
rental
About HOUGHTON LE SPRING
HOUGHTON LE SPRING is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in HOUGHTON LE SPRING have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £475 below the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average, offering good value. The DH4 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£231.0/yr
Hot Water
£86.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£31/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Barnwell Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Shiney Row Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
New Penshaw Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Bournmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Fatfield Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Newbottle Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
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: 491 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.