Energy Performance Certificate
6, Smithy Close, Thoralby
DL8 3TA
LEYBURN
Current
C
79
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in LEYBURN, DL8 3TA. The property offers 121mยฒ (1302 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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 ยฃ1573, comprising ยฃ1164 for heating, ยฃ260 for hot water, and ยฃ149 for lighting. The property last sold in March 2022 for ยฃ287,500.
How Does 6, Smithy Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this LEYBURN property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At ยฃ1573 per year, energy costs are below the national average of ยฃ1800. The 121mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEYBURN
vs DL8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ262/year more than the LEYBURN average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Sept 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
6, Smithy Close
Thoralby
DL8 3TA
LEYBURN
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
121.0 mยฒ
6.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 87
COโ Emissions
-0.9 tonnes/year
-7 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
151 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
5 Sept 2020
marketed sale
About LEYBURN
LEYBURN is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in LEYBURN have an average EPC rating of E (score 51/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LEYBURN area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ287,500
16 March 2022
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, wood logs
ยฃ1164.0/yr
Save ยฃ83/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ260.0/yr
Save ยฃ121/yr
Lighting
29.0% low energy
ยฃ149.0/yr
Save ยฃ62/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, wood logs
Main Fuel
wood logs
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
West Burton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Askrigg Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Bainbridge Church of England Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
Leyburn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Middleham Church of England Aided School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Gunnerside Methodist Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Reeth Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 165 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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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.