Energy Performance Certificate
Oakwell Lodge, Hamsterley
DL13 3PP
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Current
C
71
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL13 3PP. The property offers 271m² (2917 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £1819, comprising £1636 for heating, £76 for hot water, and £107 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Oakwell Lodge Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1819 are close to the UK average. At 271m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DL13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BISHOP AUCKLAND
vs DL13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £830/year more than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Nov 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
Oakwell Lodge
Hamsterley
DL13 3PP
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
271.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
5.8 tonnes/year
21 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
113 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Nov 2017
new dwelling
About BISHOP AUCKLAND
BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £647 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL13 postcode district contains over 5100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler & underfloor, LPG
£1636.0/yr
Save £8/yr
Hot Water
£76.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£107.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler & underfloor, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hamsterley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Witton-le-Wear Primary School
PrimaryHowden-le-Wear Primary School
PrimaryToft Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Butterknowle Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Crook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ramshaw Primary School
PrimaryLast 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: 226 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (100%)
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.