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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 12, 4a Bridge Street

DL8 2AD

BEDALE

Current

B

83

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BEDALE, DL8 2AD. The property offers 51m² (549 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £804, comprising £348 for heating, £353 for hot water, and £103 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 12 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BEDALE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £804 are approximately £996 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 51m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs BEDALE

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs DL8

This property83
Average53
+57% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £241/year less than the BEDALE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 12

4a Bridge Street

DL8 2AD

BEDALE

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

51.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

185 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Dec 2023

rental

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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 £697 below the BEDALE average, offering good value. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£348.0/yr

Save £178/yr

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Hot Water

£353.0/yr

Save £96/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£103.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bedale Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayDL8 2AT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Bedale High School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDL8 2EQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDL7 9AU

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayDL7 9SG

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Crakehall Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayDL8 1HP

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Good

Snape Community Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayDL8 2TF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayHG4 4AH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Leeming RAF Community Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayDL7 9NQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Very Low Crime24 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

13 incidents (54%)

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Criminal damage

5 incidents (21%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (13%)

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Theft

2 incidents (8%)

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Public order

1 incidents (4%)

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.

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