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Energy Performance Certificate

4 Bent House Lane

DH1 2EA

DURHAM

Current

A

96

Potential

A

99

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced bungalow is located in DURHAM, DH1 2EA. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (96/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £713, comprising £549 for heating, £105 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 0.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 4 Bent House Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 96/100, this DURHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £713 are approximately £1087 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² 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 DH1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property96
Average60
+60% better
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vs DURHAM

This property96
Average64
+50% better
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vs DH1

This property96
Average62
+55% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 96/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £35/year less than the DURHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(96 points)

Potential Rating

A(99 points)

Based on assessment dated 2 Aug 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Bent House Lane

DH1 2EA

DURHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

50.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

96 / 100

Potential: 99

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CO₂ Emissions

0.5 tonnes/year

9 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

46 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Aug 2024

not sale or rental

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About DURHAM

DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the DURHAM area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£549.0/yr

Save £59/yr

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Hot Water

£105.0/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£59.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not 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

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDH1 2JQ
?Not yet rated

St Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDH1 2HZ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Laurel Avenue Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDH1 2EY

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDH1 1PH

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Belmont Community School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayDH1 2QP

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayDH1 2QP

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont

Primary
📍1 miles awayDH1 2AQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDH1 2PN

Last inspected: Apr 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: 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 Crime159 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Shoplifting

47 incidents (30%)

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violent crime

29 incidents (18%)

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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

17 incidents (11%)

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Public order

12 incidents (8%)

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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