Energy Performance Certificate
Firdene, Beeches Lane
DH8 9QR
CONSETT
Current
F
34
Potential
D
55
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£5,617
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£4,526
potential per year
This property costs approximately £3,817 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,091 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached bungalow is located in CONSETT, DH8 9QR. The property offers 113m² (1216 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (34/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (55/100). 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 £5617, comprising £4672 for heating, £782 for hot water, and £163 for lighting. The property produces 7.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 15 Dec 2023
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, filled cavity
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Firdene
Beeches Lane
DH8 9QR
CONSETT
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
113.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
7.3 tonnes/year
64 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
420 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in CONSETT
CONSETT properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (DH8) 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
Portable electric heaters assumed for most rooms
£4672 /yr
Save £658/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£782 /yr
Save £433/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£163 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castleside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Moorside Primary Academy
PrimarySt Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett
PrimaryThe Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill
PrimaryBenfieldside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Delves Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Consett Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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: 277 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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