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Energy Performance Certificate

3 The Dell

DL14 7HJ

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Current

D

66

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 7HJ. The property offers 135m² (1453 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). 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 £2993, comprising £2408 for heating, £314 for hot water, and £271 for lighting. The property produces 5.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 3 The Dell Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2993 annually are £1193 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 135m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs BISHOP AUCKLAND

This property66
Average59
+12% better
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vs DL14

This property66
Average61
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2004/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 24 Jul 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 The Dell

DL14 7HJ

BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

135.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

5.5 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

231 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 Jul 2023

marketed sale

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About BISHOP AUCKLAND

BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). Heating costs are £1419 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2408.0/yr

Save £422/yr

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Hot Water

£314.0/yr

Save £124/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£271.0/yr

Save £90/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayDL14 7JZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Etherley Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 7RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Cockton Hill Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Cockton Hill Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Andrew's Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDL14 6RY

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

St Anne's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDL14 6LS

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Bishop Barrington Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayDL14 6LA
?Not yet rated

St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayDL14 6JT

Last inspected: Jan 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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