Energy Performance Certificate
Hawthorn Cottage, Hackforth
DL8 1PA
BEDALE
Current
B
88
Potential
A
102
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BEDALE, DL8 1PA. The property offers 242m² (2605 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (102/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £874, comprising £605 for heating, £149 for hot water, and £120 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Hawthorn Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this BEDALE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £874 are approximately £926 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 242m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 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 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £171/year less than the BEDALE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Apr 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
Hawthorn Cottage
Hackforth
DL8 1PA
BEDALE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
242.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 102
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
61 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Apr 2020
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 £440 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
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in insulated timber floor, electric
£605.0/yr
Hot Water
£149.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£120.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in insulated timber floor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hackforth and Hornby Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Crakehall Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Kirkby Fleetham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Michael Syddall Church of England Aided Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Hunton and Arrathorne Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Bedale Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Bedale High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
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: 165 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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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.