Energy Performance Certificate
8 Bishops Gate
DH1 4JU
DURHAM
Current
B
82
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 4JU. The property offers 277m² (2982 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1464, comprising £1167 for heating, £118 for hot water, and £179 for lighting. The property produces 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 8 Bishops Gate Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1464 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 277m², 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £716/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 10 Apr 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Bishops Gate
DH1 4JU
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
277.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
4.7 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
97 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Apr 2025
marketed sale
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £419 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1167.0/yr
Hot Water
£118.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£179.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, 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 Leonard's Catholic School, Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2015
Framwellgate Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2012
Framwellgate School Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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.