Energy Performance Certificate
7a Rough Lea Colliery, Hunwick
DL15 0RH
CROOK
Current
C
78
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CROOK, DL15 0RH. The property offers 148m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1797, comprising £1199 for heating, £495 for hot water, and £103 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 7a Rough Lea Colliery Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this CROOK property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1797 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 148m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.4 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 DL15 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CROOK
vs DL15
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £892/year more than the CROOK average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
7a Rough Lea Colliery
Hunwick
DL15 0RH
CROOK
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
148.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
137 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Aug 2021
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About CROOK
CROOK is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in CROOK have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £294 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL15 postcode district contains over 8300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£1199.0/yr
Save £67/yr
Hot Water
£495.0/yr
Save £155/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£103.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Hunwick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Sunnybrow Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Parkside Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Stephen's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Willington Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Our Lady and St Thomas Catholic Primary School, Willington
PrimaryByers Green Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Howden-le-Wear Primary School
PrimaryAbout 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
24 incidents (49%)
Anti-social behaviour
7 incidents (14%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (12%)
Other crime
4 incidents (8%)
Public order
3 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.