Energy Performance Certificate
Appelgarth House, Howlish Hall
DL14 8NU
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
D
63
Potential
D
63
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 8NU. The property offers 231.4m² (2491 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (63/100), this property is around the UK average 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1681, comprising £1195 for heating, £306 for hot water, and £180 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Appelgarth House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 63/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1681 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 231.4m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 63/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £692/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 1 Aug 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
Appelgarth House
Howlish Hall
Coundon
DL14 8NU
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
231.4 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
63 / 100
Potential: 63
CO₂ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
19 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
104 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Aug 2009
marketed sale
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). Heating costs are £206 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 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 radiators, LPG
£1195.0/yr
Hot Water
£306.0/yr
Lighting
97.0% low energy
£180.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 97% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon
PrimaryVictoria Lane Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Prince Bishops Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2011
Kirk Merrington Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2011
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Andrew's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Cockton Hill Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Cockton Hill Junior School
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
16 incidents (39%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (24%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (15%)
Theft
4 incidents (10%)
Public order
2 incidents (5%)
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.