Energy Performance Certificate
42, Mitchell Avenue
NE2 3LA
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Current
F
31
Potential
C
72
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,250
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,881
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,450 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,369 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE2 3LA. The property offers 247m² (2659 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (31/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £4250, comprising £3743 for heating, £309 for hot water, and £198 for lighting. The property produces 21.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2022 for £1,500,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Apr 2017
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
15.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 15% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
42, Mitchell Avenue
NE2 3LA
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
247.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
21.0 tonnes/year
85 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
481 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (NE2) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£3743 /yr
Save £2097/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£309 /yr
Save £181/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
15.0% low energy
£198 /yr
Save £91/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£1,500,000
D
Jan 2022
£945,000
D
Aug 2017
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
South Gosforth First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
West Jesmond Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
Jesmond Park Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Cragside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
Archbishop Runcie CofE First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
St Mary's Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Archibald First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2015
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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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