Energy Performance Certificate
Firby Garth, Crakehall
DL8 1HG
BEDALE
Current
C
71
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in BEDALE, DL8 1HG. The property offers 107m² (1152 sq ft) of good-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £755, comprising £562 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Firby Garth Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BEDALE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £755 are approximately £1045 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 107m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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 DL8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BEDALE
vs DL8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £290/year less than the BEDALE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 31 May 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
Firby Garth
Crakehall
DL8 1HG
BEDALE
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
107.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
37 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
163 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 May 2012
new dwelling
About BEDALE
BEDALE is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BEDALE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £483 below the BEDALE average, offering good value. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
£562.0/yr
Hot Water
£127.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£66.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m?K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
Main Fuel
oil - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Crakehall Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Bedale Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Bedale High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Hackforth and Hornby Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Kirkby Fleetham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Theft
1 incidents (100%)
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.
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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.