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Energy Performance Certificate

70, GRANVILLE DRIVE

NE5 1SH

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Current

A

96

Potential

A

96

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 1SH. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of A (96/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £498, comprising £294 for heating, £157 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 0.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 70, GRANVILLE DRIVE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 96/100, this Newcastle Upon Tyne property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £498 are approximately £1302 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NE5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property96
Average60
+60% better
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vs Newcastle Upon Tyne

This property96
Average83
+16% better
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vs NE5

This property96
Average63
+52% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 96/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £80/year more than the Newcastle Upon Tyne 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(96 points)

Potential Rating

A(96 points)

Based on assessment dated 26 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

70, GRANVILLE DRIVE

NE5 1SH

Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

72.0

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

96 / 100

Potential: 96

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CO₂ Emissions

0.7 tonnes/year

10 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

54 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Aug 2025

new dwelling

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About Newcastle Upon Tyne

Newcastle Upon Tyne is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in Newcastle Upon Tyne have an average EPC rating of B (score 83/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The NE5 postcode district contains over 17000 registered properties. Like many Newcastle Upon Tyne properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£294.0/yr

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Hot Water

£157.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£47.0/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 0.09 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

Gas: mains gas

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNE5 1DN
?Not yet rated

Studio West

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayNE5 2SZ

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Beech Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE5 2LW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNE5 4BT
?Not yet rated

Farne Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNE5 4AP

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Cheviot Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE5 4EB

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE15 8JL

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Walbottle Village Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayNE15 8JL

Last inspected: May 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 463 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:463 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:185 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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.

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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