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77, Middle Drive, Ponteland

NE20 9DN

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

Current

C

79

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE20 9DN. The property offers 323m² (3477 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. 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 (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1489, comprising £1233 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £136 for lighting. The property produces 7.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2020 for £850,000.

How Does 77, Middle Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1489 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 323m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.3 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NE20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

This property79
Average64
+23% better
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vs NE20

This property79
Average60
+32% better

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: £785/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 May 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

77, Middle Drive

Ponteland

NE20 9DN

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

323.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

7.3 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

127 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 May 2019

marketed sale

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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 D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £529 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NE20 postcode district contains over 4000 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£850,000

26 June 2020

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£1233.0/yr

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Hot Water

£120.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£136.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Darras Hall Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNE20 9DS
?Not yet rated

Ponteland High School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayNE20 9EG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Ponteland Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNE20 9EY
?Not yet rated

Ponteland Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNE20 9EG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Richard Coates Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNE20 9QB

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Walbottle Academy

Secondary
📍2.9 miles awayNE15 9TP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍3.2 miles awayNE15 8JL

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Walbottle Village Primary School

Primary
📍3.3 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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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