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Energy Performance Certificate

80 Featherstone Road

DH1 5YP

DURHAM

Current

B

88

Potential

B

90

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 5YP. The property offers 133m² (1432 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), 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 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 £1036, comprising £853 for heating, £83 for hot water, and £100 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 80 Featherstone Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £1036 are approximately £764 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 133m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 2.1 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 DH1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property88
Average60
+47% better
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vs DURHAM

This property88
Average64
+38% better
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vs DH1

This property88
Average62
+42% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £288/year more than the DURHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(88 points)

Potential Rating

B(90 points)

Based on assessment dated 11 Dec 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

80 Featherstone Road

DH1 5YP

DURHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

133.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

88 / 100

Potential: 90

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

88 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Dec 2022

RHI application

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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. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£853.0/yr

Save £74/yr

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Hot Water

£83.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

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, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, 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

Durham Newton Hall Infants' School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDH1 5LP

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDH1 5LP

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDH1 5LZ

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Framwellgate School Durham

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayDH1 5BQ

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayDH1 5BG

Last inspected: Dec 2012

Outstanding

Finchale Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDH1 5XT

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayDH1 4NG

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Durham Gilesgate Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDH1 1PH

Last inspected: May 2023

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: 487 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:487 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:195 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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Area Safety

Above Average101 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

34 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

14 incidents (14%)

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Shoplifting

13 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

12 incidents (12%)

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Public order

10 incidents (10%)

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.

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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