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Energy Performance Certificate

31, Hindmarsh Drive

NE63 9FA

ASHINGTON

Current

B

82

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in ASHINGTON, NE63 9FA. The property offers 55m² (592 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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, 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 £378, comprising £233 for heating, £83 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2015 for £54,950.

How Does 31, Hindmarsh Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this ASHINGTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £378 are approximately £1422 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 55m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs ASHINGTON

This property82
Average64
+28% better
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vs NE63

This property82
Average63
+30% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £275/year less than the ASHINGTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Feb 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

31, Hindmarsh Drive

NE63 9FA

ASHINGTON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

55.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

150 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Feb 2011

marketed sale

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About ASHINGTON

ASHINGTON is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in ASHINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £420 below the ASHINGTON average, offering good value. The NE63 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£54,950

16 October 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£233.0/yr

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Hot Water

£83.0/yr

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Lighting

12.0% low energy

£62.0/yr

Save £29/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 12% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE63 9LP
?Not yet rated

St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE63 9LR
?Not yet rated

NCEA Duke's Secondary School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayNE63 9FZ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

NCEA Bishop's Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNE63 9FZ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Central Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE63 0AX

Last inspected: Oct 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNE64 6RT
?Not yet rated

NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayNE63 0LF
?Not yet rated

Ashington Academy

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayNE63 8DH

Last inspected: Mar 2022

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: 396 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:396 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:158 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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