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Energy Performance Certificate

45 Scholars Road

SR5 2FE

SUNDERLAND

Current

A

97

Potential

A

98

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SUNDERLAND, SR5 2FE. The property offers 103m² (1109 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (97/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £596, comprising £273 for heating, £266 for hot water, and £57 for lighting.

How Does 45 Scholars Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 97/100, this SUNDERLAND property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £596 are approximately £1204 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 103m² floor area is above 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 SR5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property97
Average60
+62% better
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vs SUNDERLAND

This property97
Average62
+56% better
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vs SR5

This property97
Average63
+54% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 97/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £141/year less than the SUNDERLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(97 points)

Potential Rating

A(98 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

45 Scholars Road

SR5 2FE

SUNDERLAND

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2025

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Floor Area

103.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

97 / 100

Potential: 98

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CO₂ Emissions

0.0 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

9 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Jun 2025

new dwelling

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About SUNDERLAND

SUNDERLAND is situated in Sunderland, North East. Properties in SUNDERLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £464 below the SUNDERLAND average, offering good value. The SR5 postcode district contains over 13200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£273.0/yr

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Hot Water

£266.0/yr

Save £82/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.08 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Excelent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Southwick Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySR5 2JX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Willow Wood Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySR5 5AU

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Grange Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySR5 1EA

Last inspected: Oct 2011

Outstanding

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySR5 5AU
?Not yet rated

Seaburn Dene Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySR6 8LG

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Redby Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySR6 9QP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Monkwearmouth Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awaySR6 8LG
?Not yet rated

St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySR6 9QU

Last inspected: Nov 2018

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 25 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:4 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Higher Crime221 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

68 incidents (31%)

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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

38 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

19 incidents (9%)

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Public order

14 incidents (6%)

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.

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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