Energy Performance Certificate
4, Hindmarsh Drive
NE63 9FA
ASHINGTON
Current
C
71
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ASHINGTON, NE63 9FA. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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, 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 £570, comprising £391 for heating, £87 for hot water, and £92 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 4 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this ASHINGTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £570 are approximately £1230 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.3 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 NE63 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ASHINGTON
vs NE63
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £83/year less than the ASHINGTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 3 Jul 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
4
Hindmarsh Drive
NE63 9FA
ASHINGTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
61.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
218 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Jul 2019
marketed sale
About ASHINGTON
ASHINGTON is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in ASHINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £262 below the ASHINGTON average, offering good value. The NE63 postcode district contains over 10700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£391.0/yr
Save £16/yr
Hot Water
£87.0/yr
Save £29/yr
Lighting
11.0% low energy
£92.0/yr
Save £43/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
PrimarySt Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington
PrimaryNCEA Duke's Secondary School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
NCEA Bishop's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Central Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School
PrimaryNCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
PrimaryAshington Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 396 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 2026violent crime
62 incidents (33%)
Anti-social behaviour
39 incidents (21%)
Criminal damage
23 incidents (12%)
Vehicle crime
14 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
10 incidents (5%)
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.