Energy Performance Certificate
6 Taylor Square
DL14 6RA
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
C
70
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 6RA. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1508, comprising £1165 for heating, £232 for hot water, and £111 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 6 Taylor Square Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1508 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 2.7 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 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £519/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Dec 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
6 Taylor Square
DL14 6RA
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
65.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
233 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Dec 2023
rental
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. 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
£1165.0/yr
Save £65/yr
Hot Water
£232.0/yr
Save £77/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£111.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, 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
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
PrimaryWoodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bishop Barrington Academy
SecondarySt Anne's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Cockton Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Cockton Hill Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Andrew's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
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: 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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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.