Energy Performance Certificate
9 Orchid Square
DH4 6BZ
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Current
C
78
Potential
B
87
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 6BZ. The property offers 139m² (1496 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern 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 (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. 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 £1368, comprising £982 for heating, £225 for hot water, and £161 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2024 for £350,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 9 Orchid Square Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this HOUGHTON LE SPRING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1368 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 139m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.9 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 DH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOUGHTON LE SPRING
vs DH4
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: £662/year more than the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 8 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
9 Orchid Square
DH4 6BZ
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
139.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 87
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
129 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 May 2024
marketed sale
About HOUGHTON LE SPRING
HOUGHTON LE SPRING is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in HOUGHTON LE SPRING have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £276 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH4 postcode district contains over 12500 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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Property Sale History
£350,000
24 October 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£300,000
7 December 2020
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 16.7% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£982.0/yr
Hot Water
£225.0/yr
Save £93/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£161.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, 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
Bournmoor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Woodlea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Dubmire Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Shiney Row Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Lumley Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Lumley Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Newbottle Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 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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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.