Energy Performance Certificate
32, York Avenue
DH8 8DS
CONSETT
Current
C
76
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in CONSETT, DH8 8DS. The property offers 93.84m² (1010 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), 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 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 £522, comprising £385 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 32, York Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this CONSETT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £522 are approximately £1278 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93.84m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.5 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 DH8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CONSETT
vs DH8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £327/year less than the CONSETT average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
32, York Avenue
DH8 8DS
CONSETT
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
93.84 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
163 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Mar 2009
rental (social)
About CONSETT
CONSETT is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in CONSETT have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £464 below the CONSETT average, offering good value. The DH8 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the CONSETT area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£385.0/yr
Hot Water
£92.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£45.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, 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 all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Moorside Primary Academy
PrimaryCastleside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett
PrimaryThe Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill
PrimaryBenfieldside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Consett Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Consett
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
12 incidents (43%)
violent crime
9 incidents (32%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (14%)
Burglary
1 incidents (4%)
Theft
1 incidents (4%)
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.