Energy Performance Certificate
Brasside House, Brasside
DH1 5SQ
DURHAM
Current
A
97
Potential
A
108
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 5SQ. The property offers 144m² (1550 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of A (97/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £2164, comprising £1712 for heating, £355 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Brasside House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 97/100, this DURHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £2164 are close to the UK average. At 144m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.8 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 97/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £1416/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Jun 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Brasside House
Brasside
DH1 5SQ
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
144.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
97 / 100
Potential: 108
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
90 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Jun 2014
FiT application
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £964 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
£1712.0/yr
Save £140/yr
Hot Water
£355.0/yr
Save £179/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£97.0/yr
Save £24/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, dual fuel (mineral and wood)
Main Fuel
dual fuel - mineral + wood
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Finchale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Durham Newton Hall Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Blue Coat CofE (Aided) Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Durham Gilesgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Framwellgate School Durham
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2021
Belmont Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
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: 93 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.