Energy Performance Certificate
Shallcotts, Blanchland
DH8 9UY
CONSETT
Current
C
78
Potential
A
100
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CONSETT, DH8 9UY. The property offers 143m² (1539 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (100/100). 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2069, comprising £1749 for heating, £246 for hot water, and £74 for lighting.
How Does Shallcotts Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this CONSETT property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2069 are close to the UK average. At 143m², 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 DH8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CONSETT
vs DH8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1220/year more than the CONSETT average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Feb 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
Shallcotts
Blanchland
DH8 9UY
CONSETT
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
143.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 100
CO₂ Emissions
-3.2 tonnes/year
-23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
175 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Feb 2014
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About CONSETT
CONSETT is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in CONSETT have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £900 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH8 postcode district contains over 13500 registered properties. Like many CONSETT 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, wood logs
£1749.0/yr
Save £792/yr
Hot Water
£246.0/yr
Save £96/yr
Lighting
93.0% low energy
£74.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, wood logs
Main Fuel
wood logs
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 93% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rookhope Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2017
Stanhope Barrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryWhitley Chapel Church of England First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Slaley First School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St John's Chapel Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Wearhead Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
Allendale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Frosterley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
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: 5 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.