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35 Devonshire Tower, Devonshire Street

SR5 1DH

SUNDERLAND

Current

C

76

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in SUNDERLAND, SR5 1DH. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 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 has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £550, comprising £346 for heating, £148 for hot water, and £56 for lighting. The property produces 1.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 35 Devonshire Tower Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this SUNDERLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £550 are approximately £1250 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.1 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 SR5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs SUNDERLAND

This property76
Average62
+23% better
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vs SR5

This property76
Average63
+21% better

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: £187/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(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 9 Dec 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

35 Devonshire Tower

Devonshire Street

SR5 1DH

SUNDERLAND

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

48.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

1.1 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

131 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Dec 2024

rental

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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 £391 below the SUNDERLAND average, offering good value. The SR5 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£346.0/yr

Save £93/yr

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Hot Water

£148.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£56/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (community)

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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

Grange Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySR5 1EA

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

Redby Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySR6 9QP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Dame Dorothy Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySR6 0EA

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySR6 9QU

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Southwick Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySR5 2JX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Hudson Road Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySR1 2AH

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Fulwell Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySR6 9EE

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Fulwell Infant School Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awaySR6 8ED

Last inspected: Jul 2014

Outstanding

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

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime535 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

144 incidents (27%)

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Anti-social behaviour

112 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

93 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

40 incidents (7%)

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Public order

36 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.

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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