Energy Performance Certificate
3 FORFAR CLOSE
DL1 3PR
DARLINGTON
Current
C
71
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 3PR. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £583, comprising £437 for heating, £84 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 3 FORFAR CLOSE Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this DARLINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £583 are approximately £1217 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.5 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 DL1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £240/year less than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
3 FORFAR CLOSE
DL1 3PR
DARLINGTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
64.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
226 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
2 Aug 2021
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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £386 below the DARLINGTON average, offering good value. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£437.0/yr
Save £31/yr
Hot Water
£84.0/yr
Save £26/yr
Lighting
88.0% low energy
£62.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 200 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 88% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Whinfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Haughton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Springfield Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Red Hall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Harrowgate Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Gurney Pease Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Northwood Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 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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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.