Energy Performance Certificate
30, Best View
DH4 7QW
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Current
C
74
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 7QW. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £748, comprising £554 for heating, £111 for hot water, and £83 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 30, Best View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this HOUGHTON LE SPRING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £748 are approximately £1052 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 DH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOUGHTON LE SPRING
vs DH4
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: £42/year more than the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
30, Best View
DH4 7QW
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
112.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
3.3 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
170 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Jan 2019
rental (private)
About HOUGHTON LE SPRING
HOUGHTON LE SPRING is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in HOUGHTON LE SPRING have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The DH4 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the HOUGHTON LE SPRING area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£554.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Hot Water
£111.0/yr
Save £33/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£83.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, 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
Barnwell Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Shiney Row Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
New Penshaw Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Newbottle Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Bournmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Fatfield Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Burnside Academy Inspires
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
23 incidents (26%)
Anti-social behaviour
22 incidents (25%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (13%)
Burglary
7 incidents (8%)
Public order
6 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.