Energy Performance Certificate
86, Darras Road, Ponteland
NE20 9PG
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Current
C
73
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE20 9PG. The property offers 820.4m² (8831 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2899, comprising £1930 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £773 for lighting. The property produces 17.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does 86, Darras Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2899 annually are £1099 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 820.4m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 17.0 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
vs NE20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2195/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 28 Feb 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
86, Darras Road
Ponteland
NE20 9PG
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
820.4 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
17.0 tonnes/year
22 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
135 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Feb 2009
marketed sale
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). Heating costs are £1226 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1930.0/yr
Hot Water
£196.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£773.0/yr
Save £386/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Darras Hall Primary School
PrimaryPonteland High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ponteland Community Primary School
PrimaryPonteland Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Walbottle Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
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: 491 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
12 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
10 incidents (28%)
violent crime
10 incidents (28%)
Burglary
2 incidents (6%)
Public order
1 incidents (3%)
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.