Energy Performance Certificate
3 Kings Head Cottages, Royal Oak
DL2 2UJ
DARLINGTON
Current
A
98
Potential
A
98
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DARLINGTON, DL2 2UJ. The property offers 278m² (2992 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (98/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1700, comprising £1300 for heating, £217 for hot water, and £183 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 3 Kings Head Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 98/100, this DARLINGTON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1700 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 278m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 DL2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 98/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £877/year more than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 7 Oct 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Kings Head Cottages
Royal Oak
Heighington
DL2 2UJ
DARLINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2025
Floor Area
278.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
98 / 100
Potential: 98
CO₂ Emissions
0.5 tonnes/year
2 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
11 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
7 Oct 2025
new dwelling
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 £477 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL2 postcode district contains over 7400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1300.0/yr
Hot Water
£217.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£183.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Timothy Hackworth Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Thornhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
PrimaryCopeland Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Woodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Heighington Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 6 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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
May 2026Burglary
2 incidents (100%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during May 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.