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Energy Performance Certificate

33 Birchberry Close

SR4 8AW

SUNDERLAND

Current

C

80

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SUNDERLAND, SR4 8AW. The property offers 17m² (183 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £194, comprising £128 for heating, £49 for hot water, and £17 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 33 Birchberry Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this SUNDERLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £194 are approximately £1606 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 17m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.5 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 SR4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs SUNDERLAND

This property80
Average62
+29% better
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vs SR4

This property80
Average59
+36% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £543/year less than the SUNDERLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 May 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

33 Birchberry Close

SR4 8AW

SUNDERLAND

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

17.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

0.5 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

177 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 May 2018

new dwelling

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About SUNDERLAND

SUNDERLAND is situated in Sunderland, North East. Properties in SUNDERLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £609 below the SUNDERLAND average, offering good value. The SR4 postcode district contains over 14600 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

£128.0/yr

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Hot Water

£49.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£17/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.10 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Christ's College

All-through
📍0.1 miles awaySR4 8PG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

⚠️Requires improvement

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySR4 8HP
?Not yet rated

Broadway Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySR4 8NW

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Academy 360

All-through
📍0.3 miles awaySR4 9BA

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Anne's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySR4 9AA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Sandhill View Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awaySR3 4EN

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Grindon Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySR4 9QN

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Highfield Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySR4 0DA

Last inspected: Oct 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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