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Energy Performance Certificate

29, Maythorne Drive, South Hetton

DH6 2SF

DURHAM

Current

A

97

Potential

A

99

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in DURHAM, DH6 2SF. The property offers 96m² (1033 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of A (97/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £728, comprising £507 for heating, £99 for hot water, and £122 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2016 for £175,000.

How Does 29, Maythorne Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 97/100, this DURHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £728 are approximately £1072 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.5 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 DH6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property97
Average60
+62% better
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vs DURHAM

This property97
Average64
+52% better
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vs DH6

This property97
Average63
+54% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 97/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £20/year less than the DURHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(97 points)

Potential Rating

A(99 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

29, Maythorne Drive

South Hetton

DH6 2SF

DURHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

96.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

97 / 100

Potential: 99

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CO₂ Emissions

0.5 tonnes/year

5 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

24 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Sept 2014

assessment for green deal

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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 £241 below the DURHAM average, offering good value. The DH6 postcode district contains over 13700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£175,000

19 December 2016

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£507.0/yr

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Hot Water

£99.0/yr

Save £28/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£122.0/yr

Save £61/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

South Hetton Primary

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDH6 2TJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Murton

Primary
📍1.3 miles awaySR7 9RD

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Easington Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDH5 0JT

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Ribbon School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySR7 9QR

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Easington CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awaySR8 3BP
?Not yet rated

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayDH6 2JQ
?Not yet rated

Easington Academy

Secondary
📍2.2 miles awaySR8 3AY

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Shotton Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayDH6 2JP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

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

Low Crime33 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

11 incidents (33%)

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Criminal damage

9 incidents (27%)

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violent crime

8 incidents (24%)

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Public order

2 incidents (6%)

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Vehicle crime

2 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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