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Energy Performance Certificate

41, Cragside

NE26 3EE

WHITLEY BAY

Current

C

70

Potential

C

70

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in WHITLEY BAY, NE26 3EE. The property offers 113.31m² (1220 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £791, comprising £635 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2016 for £265,000.

How Does 41, Cragside Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this WHITLEY BAY property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £791 are approximately £1009 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 113.31m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 NE26 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs WHITLEY BAY

This property70
Average61
+15% better
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vs NE26

This property70
Average56
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £67/year less than the WHITLEY BAY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(70 points)

Based on assessment dated 7 Feb 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

41, Cragside

NE26 3EE

WHITLEY BAY

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

113.31

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 70

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

33 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

173 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Feb 2012

marketed sale

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About WHITLEY BAY

WHITLEY BAY is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in WHITLEY BAY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £223 below the WHITLEY BAY average, offering good value. The NE26 postcode district contains over 6000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WHITLEY BAY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£265,000

8 July 2016

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£635/yr

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Hot Water

£90/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£66/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, 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 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Whitley Lodge First School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNE26 3HW

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Whitley Bay High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayNE25 9AS

Last inspected: May 2013

Outstanding

Southridge First School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNE25 9UD

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Coquet Park First School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNE26 1TQ

Last inspected: Feb 2014

Outstanding

Marine Park First School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE26 1LT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Appletree Gardens First School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE25 8XS

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Langley First School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayNE25 9DL

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

South Wellfield First School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayNE25 9QL

Last inspected: Jun 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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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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