Energy Performance Certificate
4 Geneva Lane
DL1 4JS
DARLINGTON
Current
C
73
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 4JS. The property offers 128m² (1378 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1335, comprising £1038 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £143 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 4 Geneva Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this DARLINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1335 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 128m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DARLINGTON
vs DL1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £512/year more than the DARLINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 May 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
4 Geneva Lane
DL1 4JS
DARLINGTON
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
128.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
174 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 May 2025
rental
About DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £215 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1038.0/yr
Hot Water
£154.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Lighting
81.0% low energy
£143.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 81% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Rydal Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Skerne Park Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St John's Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryFirthmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Polam Hall School
All-throughLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
112 incidents (28%)
violent crime
93 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
50 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
37 incidents (9%)
Public order
27 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.
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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.