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81, Drummonds Close, Longhorsley

NE65 8UR

MORPETH

Current

D

66

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This flat is located in MORPETH, NE65 8UR. The property offers 50.41m² (543 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £452, comprising £254 for heating, £144 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 81, Drummonds Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this MORPETH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £452 are approximately £1348 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50.41m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.0 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 NE65 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs MORPETH

This property66
Average62
+6% better
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vs NE65

This property66
Average59
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £455/year less than the MORPETH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

81, Drummonds Close

Longhorsley

NE65 8UR

MORPETH

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Property Type

Flat

NO DATA!

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

50.41

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

59 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

392 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jan 2010

rental (social)

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About MORPETH

MORPETH is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in MORPETH have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £653 below the MORPETH average, offering good value. The NE65 postcode district contains over 8200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£254.0/yr

Save £8/yr

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Hot Water

£144.0/yr

Save £29/yr

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Lighting

13.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Longhorsley St Helen's Church of England Aided First School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayNE65 8UT

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Tritlington Church of England First School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayNE61 3DU

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Felton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayNE65 9PY

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Morpeth All Saints Church of England First School

Primary
📍5.4 miles awayNE61 3RD
?Not yet rated

The King Edward VI School

Secondary
📍5.6 miles awayNE61 1DN

Last inspected: May 2014

Outstanding

Grange View Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School

Primary
📍5.8 miles awayNE61 5LZ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Swarland Primary School

Primary
📍6 miles awayNE65 9JP

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

St Roberts Catholic First School, Morpeth

Primary
📍6 miles awayNE61 1QF
?Not yet rated

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: 183 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:183 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:27 Mbps
Maximum:200 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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