At a Glance
This flat is located in LEYBURN, DL8 5SR. The property offers 49.06mยฒ (528 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ500, comprising ยฃ387 for heating, ยฃ65 for hot water, and ยฃ48 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this LEYBURN property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ500 are approximately ยฃ1300 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 49.06mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 2.1 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.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ811/year less than the LEYBURN average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Jul 2011
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Full Address
4, Shawl Mews
DL8 5SR
LEYBURN
Property Type
Flat
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Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
49.06 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
67 / 100
Potential: 70
COโ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
43 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
225 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
5 Jul 2011
rental (private)
LEYBURN is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in LEYBURN have an average EPC rating of E (score 51/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ924 below the LEYBURN average, offering good value. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. Like many LEYBURN properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ387.0/yr
Save ยฃ21/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ65.0/yr
Lighting
27.0% low energy
ยฃ48.0/yr
Save ยฃ20/yr
Walls
Sandstone, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 27% of fixed outlets
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