Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 16 Victoria Chambers, 60, Grainger Street
NE1 5JG
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Current
D
58
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE1 5JG. The property offers 91m² (980 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Estimated annual energy costs are £1304, comprising £1037 for heating, £188 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 16 Victoria Chambers Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1304 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 91m² 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 NE1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
vs NE1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £600/year more than the NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 Oct 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 16 Victoria Chambers
60, Grainger Street
NE1 5JG
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
91.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
0.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
43 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
254 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Oct 2019
marketed sale
About NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £333 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NE1 postcode district contains over 6600 registered properties. Like many NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£1037.0/yr
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Hot Water
£188.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£79.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Full secondary glazing
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
No system present: electric heaters assumed
Main Fuel
To be used only when there is no heating/hot-water system
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
North East Futures UTC
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Callerton Academy
SecondaryOur Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Christ Church CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Hawthorn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Westgate Hill Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Moorside Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 20 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
276 incidents (25%)
Anti-social behaviour
255 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
227 incidents (20%)
Criminal damage
61 incidents (5%)
Theft
60 incidents (5%)
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.