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Energy Performance Certificate

9 The Old Chapel, Station Road

DL14 9HS

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Current

C

73

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9HS. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. 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 £796, comprising £519 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 9 The Old Chapel Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £796 are approximately £1004 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 DL14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs BISHOP AUCKLAND

This property73
Average59
+24% better
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vs DL14

This property73
Average61
+20% better

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: £193/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 May 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

9 The Old Chapel

Station Road

West Auckland

DL14 9HS

BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

79.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

226 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

24 May 2019

marketed sale

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About BISHOP AUCKLAND

BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £470 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£519.0/yr

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Hot Water

£213.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£64.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

St Helen Auckland Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL14 9EN
?Not yet rated

Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDL14 9UD

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Copeland Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 9JJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Woodhouse Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayDL14 6QW

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Toft Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDL14 0JA

Last inspected: Feb 2014

Outstanding

St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College

Secondary
📍1.6 miles awayDL14 6JT

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayDL14 6QH
?Not yet rated

Bishop Barrington Academy

Secondary
📍1.7 miles awayDL14 6LA
?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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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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