Energy Performance Certificate
Flat B, 18 Elvet Bridge
DH1 3AD
DURHAM
Current
C
75
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in DURHAM, DH1 3AD. The property offers 79.43m² (855 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £510, comprising £366 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat B Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £510 are approximately £1290 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.6 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 DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £238/year less than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 25 Mar 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat B
18 Elvet Bridge
DH1 3AD
DURHAM
Property Type
House
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
79.43 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
198 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Mar 2009
rental (private)
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £382 below the DURHAM average, offering good value. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. Like many DURHAM properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£366.0/yr
Hot Water
£86.0/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£58.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
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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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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.