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Energy Performance Certificate

3 Rochester Drive

NE5 4FD

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

Current

A

94

Potential

A

96

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 4FD. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (94/100), 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 £706, comprising £236 for heating, £426 for hot water, and £44 for lighting.

How Does 3 Rochester Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 94/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £706 are approximately £1094 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NE5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property94
Average60
+57% better
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vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

This property94
Average64
+47% better
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vs NE5

This property94
Average63
+49% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 94/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £2/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE 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(94 points)

Potential Rating

A(96 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Mar 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 Rochester Drive

NE5 4FD

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

2025

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Floor Area

76.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

94 / 100

Potential: 96

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CO₂ Emissions

0.0 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

21 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Mar 2025

new dwelling

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About NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £468 below the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average, offering good value. The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£236.0/yr

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Hot Water

£426.0/yr

Save £115/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£44.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Excelent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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.

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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