Energy Performance Certificate
53, Darlington Road, West Auckland
DL14 9HT
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
C
76
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9HT. The property offers 123m² (1324 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), 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 pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £904, comprising £752 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £60 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 53, Darlington Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £904 are approximately £896 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 123m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.6 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 DL14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £85/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
53, Darlington Road
West Auckland
DL14 9HT
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
123.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
3.6 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
151 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Sept 2012
FiT application
About BISHOP AUCKLAND
BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £237 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BISHOP AUCKLAND area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£752.0/yr
Save £55/yr
Hot Water
£92.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£60.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, no insulation (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Copeland Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
PrimaryWoodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
PrimarySt John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Toft Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
Bishop Barrington Academy
SecondaryAbout 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
24 incidents (35%)
violent crime
21 incidents (31%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (9%)
Other crime
4 incidents (6%)
Public order
3 incidents (4%)
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.
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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.