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Energy Performance Certificate

3 North Road

DL8 4PJ

MIDDLEHAM

Current

D

55

Potential

A

116

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in MIDDLEHAM, DL8 4PJ. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (116/100). 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 £2705, comprising £2188 for heating, £393 for hot water, and £124 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2024 for £265,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 3 North Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this MIDDLEHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2705 annually are £905 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs MIDDLEHAM

This property55
Average49
+12% better
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vs DL8

This property55
Average53
+4% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1365/year more than the MIDDLEHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

A(116 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Oct 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 North Road

DL8 4PJ

MIDDLEHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

70.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 116

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

69 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

391 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Oct 2023

marketed sale

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About MIDDLEHAM

MIDDLEHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in MIDDLEHAM have an average EPC rating of E (score 49/100). Heating costs are £848 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. Like many MIDDLEHAM properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£265,000

11 December 2024

Type: Terraced

+£92,500(+53.6%)

vs previous sale

£172,500

10 June 2016

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 53.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£2188.0/yr

Save £1439/yr

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Hot Water

£393.0/yr

Save £199/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£124.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Mostly double glazing

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Middleham Church of England Aided School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL8 4QX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayDL8 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Leyburn Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayDL8 5SD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form

Secondary
📍2 miles awayDL8 5HY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Hunton and Arrathorne Community Primary School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayDL8 1QB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Carnagill Community Primary School

Primary
📍6.7 miles awayDL9 3HN
?Not yet rated

Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍6.8 miles awayHG4 4AH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

West Burton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍7 miles awayDL8 4JY

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 245 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:245 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:37 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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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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