Energy Performance Certificate
Brusselton Farm, West Auckland
DL14 9PW
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
F
30
Potential
A
92
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,041
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,207
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,241 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,834 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9PW. The property offers 165m² (1776 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (92/100). 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 for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £3041, comprising £2659 for heating, £245 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 15.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 7 Dec 2014
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Brusselton Farm
West Auckland
DL14 9PW
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
165.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
15.0 tonnes/year
92 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
355 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND
BISHOP AUCKLAND properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (DL14) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£2659 /yr
Save £1610/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£245 /yr
Save £167/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
29.0% low energy
£137 /yr
Save £57/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
PrimaryWoodhouse Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Timothy Hackworth Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Thornhill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Copeland Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland
PrimarySt John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 69 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (44%)
violent crime
3 incidents (33%)
Shoplifting
2 incidents (22%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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