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Energy Performance Certificate

42, Redmire Close

DL1 2GL

DARLINGTON

Current

D

59

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in DARLINGTON, DL1 2GL. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £798, comprising £584 for heating, £152 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2022 for £92,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 42, Redmire Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this DARLINGTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £798 are approximately £1002 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs DARLINGTON

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs DL1

This property59
Average60
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £25/year less than the DARLINGTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Mar 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

42, Redmire Close

DL1 2GL

DARLINGTON

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Property Type

House

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

48.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

4.7 tonnes/year

98 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

579 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Mar 2016

none of the above

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About DARLINGTON

DARLINGTON is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DARLINGTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £239 below the DARLINGTON average, offering good value. The DL1 postcode district contains over 18000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£92,000

25 March 2022

Type: Terraced

+£15,000(+19.5%)

vs previous sale

£77,000

16 October 2019

Type: Terraced

+£9,500(+14.1%)

vs previous sale

£67,500

9 June 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 36.3% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£584.0/yr

Save £172/yr

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Hot Water

£152.0/yr

Save £77/yr

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Lighting

38.0% low energy

£62.0/yr

Save £24/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 38% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Northwood Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayDL1 2HF

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Gurney Pease Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDL1 2NG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Harrowgate Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL3 0HZ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDL1 3ES

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Longfield Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDL3 0HT

Last inspected: Apr 2022

?Serious Weaknesses

Corporation Road Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayDL3 6AR

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Springfield Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDL1 2AN

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Haughton Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayDL1 2AN

Last inspected: Feb 2022

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.

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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.

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