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Stotgate Farm, Crossgate Moor

DH1 4TJ

DURHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in DURHAM, DH1 4TJ. The property offers 288m² (3100 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 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 B rating (81/100). This property benefits from a ground 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. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1929, comprising £1607 for heating, £193 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does Stotgate Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1929 are close to the UK average. At 288m², 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 DH1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs DURHAM

This property78
Average64
+22% better
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vs DH1

This property78
Average62
+26% better

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: £1181/year more than the DURHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Jun 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

Stotgate Farm

Crossgate Moor

DH1 4TJ

DURHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

288.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

4.5 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

108 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Jun 2014

none of the above

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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 £859 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£1607.0/yr

Save £116/yr

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Hot Water

£193.0/yr

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Lighting

78.0% low energy

£129.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Granite or whinstone, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 78% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Bearpark Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDH7 7AU

Last inspected: Jan 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Durham Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayDH7 7NG
?Not yet rated

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Ushaw Moor

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayDH7 7LF

Last inspected: Jun 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayDH1 4SU

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayDH7 7LF

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Witton Gilbert Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDH7 6TF

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham

Secondary
📍1.4 miles awayDH1 4NG

Last inspected: Jan 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Framwellgate Moor Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDH1 5BG

Last inspected: Dec 2012

Outstanding

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Low Crime37 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

17 incidents (46%)

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Anti-social behaviour

8 incidents (22%)

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Other crime

5 incidents (14%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (5%)

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Public order

2 incidents (5%)

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.

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