Energy Performance Certificate
6a, West Blackdene
DL13 1EQ
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
A
97
Potential
A
97
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL13 1EQ. The property offers 160m² (1722 sq ft) of spacious 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. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Estimated annual energy costs are £266, comprising £119 for heating, £64 for hot water, and £83 for lighting.
How Does 6a Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 97/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £266 are approximately £1534 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 160m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL13
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: £723/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 Nov 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
6a
West Blackdene
DL13 1EQ
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
160.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
NO DATA!
Efficiency Score
97 / 100
Potential: 97
CO₂ Emissions
0.0 tonnes/year
0 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
16 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Nov 2013
new dwelling
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 £870 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
£119.0/yr
Hot Water
£64.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£83.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.08 W/m?K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
Main Fuel
mains gas (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
Wearhead Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
St John's Chapel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Rookhope Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2017
Nenthead Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Stanhope Barrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryFrosterley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Alston Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Samuel King's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
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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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.