Energy Performance Certificate
3, Sorrel Close
NE63 8JH
ASHINGTON
Current
C
69
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ASHINGTON, NE63 8JH. The property offers 120.96m² (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £853, comprising £664 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £71 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 3, Sorrel Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this ASHINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £853 are approximately £947 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 120.96m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.0 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 NE63 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ASHINGTON
vs NE63
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £200/year more than the ASHINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 6 Aug 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Sorrel Close
NE63 8JH
ASHINGTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
120.96 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
199 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Aug 2010
marketed sale
About ASHINGTON
ASHINGTON is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in ASHINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The NE63 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£664.0/yr
Hot Water
£118.0/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£71.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ashington Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
PrimaryCentral Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Stakeford Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Bothal Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Ringway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington
PrimaryNCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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.