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Energy Performance Certificate

North Barn, Bullions Farm

DH8 9LS

Northumberland

Current

A

92

Potential

A

100

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in Northumberland, DH8 9LS. The property offers 322m² (3466 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £3212, comprising £2730 for heating, £249 for hot water, and £233 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does North Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this Northumberland property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £3212 annually are £1412 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 322m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). 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 DH8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs Northumberland

This property92
Average61
+51% better
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vs DH8

This property92
Average60
+53% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1723/year more than the Northumberland average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(92 points)

Potential Rating

A(100 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 Feb 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

North Barn

Bullions Farm

Consett

DH8 9LS

Northumberland

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2024

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Floor Area

322.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

92 / 100

Potential: 100

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CO₂ Emissions

2.6 tonnes/year

8 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

48 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 Feb 2024

new dwelling

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About Northumberland

Northumberland is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in Northumberland have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1241 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH8 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2730.0/yr

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Hot Water

£249.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£233.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Whittonstall First School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayDH8 9JN

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayDH8 8JD
?Not yet rated

Shotley Bridge Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayDH8 0SQ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Benfieldside Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayDH8 0JX

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Moorside Primary Academy

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayDH8 8EQ
?Not yet rated

St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett

Primary
📍4 miles awayDH8 8AX
?Not yet rated

The Grove Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayDH8 8AP

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Castleside Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayDH8 9RG

Last inspected: Mar 2022

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

📻Basic Broadband

Average download speed: 1 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:1 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:0 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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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