Energy Performance Certificate
3 Springwell Road
DH1 4LR
DURHAM
Current
C
74
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 4LR. The property offers 179m² (1927 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 £1656, comprising £1350 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £144 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2021 for £338,000.
How Does 3 Springwell Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1656 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 179m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.4 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £908/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Dec 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
3 Springwell Road
DH1 4LR
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
179.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
4.4 tonnes/year
25 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
155 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Dec 2024
not sale or rental
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £602 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the DURHAM area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£338,000
12 March 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1350.0/yr
Hot Water
£162.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£144.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2012
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Framwellgate School Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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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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.