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Energy Performance Certificate

4 Falmer Road

DL1 4AZ

DARLINGTON

Current

D

62

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 4AZ. The property offers 63m² (678 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1769, comprising £1382 for heating, £216 for hot water, and £171 for lighting. The property produces 3.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4 Falmer Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this DARLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1769 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 3.5 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 DL1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs DARLINGTON

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs DL1

This property62
Average60
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £946/year more than the DARLINGTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Feb 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Falmer Road

DL1 4AZ

DARLINGTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

63.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

3.5 tonnes/year

56 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

316 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Feb 2023

marketed sale

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About DARLINGTON

DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £559 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 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

£1382.0/yr

Save £211/yr

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Hot Water

£216.0/yr

Save £72/yr

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Lighting

36.0% low energy

£171.0/yr

Save £66/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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 36% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Rydal Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayDL1 4BH

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St John's Church of England Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDL1 4UB

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Outstanding

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 4NL
?Not yet rated

St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 1LL

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Skerne Park Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 5AJ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Firthmoor Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDL1 4RW

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Heathfield Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDL1 1EJ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Polam Hall School

All-through
📍0.8 miles awayDL1 5PA

Last inspected: Oct 2021

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 Crime533 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

150 incidents (28%)

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violent crime

124 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

67 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

58 incidents (11%)

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Public order

37 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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