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4 Beech Close, Snape

DL8 2TP

BEDALE

Current

C

80

Potential

A

120

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in BEDALE, DL8 2TP. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (120/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1389, comprising £848 for heating, £507 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 4 Beech Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BEDALE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1389 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 47m² 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 DL8 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 BEDALE

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs DL8

This property80
Average53
+51% 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: £344/year more than the BEDALE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(80 points)

Potential Rating

A(120 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Beech Close

Snape

DL8 2TP

BEDALE

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

47.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 120

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CO₂ Emissions

0.5 tonnes/year

10 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

118 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Jun 2025

marketed sale

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About BEDALE

BEDALE is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BEDALE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BEDALE area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£848.0/yr

Save £99/yr

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Hot Water

£507.0/yr

Save £229/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£34.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Double Glazing

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Snape Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL8 2TF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayHG4 4AH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Bedale High School

Secondary
📍2.1 miles awayDL8 2EQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Bedale Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayDL8 2AT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Burneston Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayDL8 2HX

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Masham CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayHG4 4EG

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, West Tanfield

Primary
📍3.3 miles awayHG4 5JN

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayDL7 9SG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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.

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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.

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