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Sunnybank Cottage

DL8 4DR

Leyburn

Current

C

77

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in Leyburn, DL8 4DR. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £888, comprising £688 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £67 for lighting.

How Does Sunnybank Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this Leyburn property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £888 are approximately £912 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 50m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m².

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs Leyburn

This property77
Average59
+31% better
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vs DL8

This property77
Average53
+45% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £354/year less than the Leyburn average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Aug 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Sunnybank Cottage

Carperby

DL8 4DR

Leyburn

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

50.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.2 tonnes/year

-5 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-10 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Aug 2024

marketed sale

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About Leyburn

Leyburn is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in Leyburn have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £554 below the Leyburn average, offering good value. The DL8 postcode district contains over 7500 registered properties. Like many Leyburn 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

Community scheme

£688.0/yr

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Hot Water

£133.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£67.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Sandstone or limestone, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 400+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

electricity (community)

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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

West Burton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayDL8 4JY

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form

Secondary
📍5.2 miles awayDL8 5HY

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Leyburn Primary School

Primary
📍5.3 miles awayDL8 5SD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Askrigg Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍5.5 miles awayDL8 3BJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Reeth Community Primary School

Primary
📍5.6 miles awayDL11 6SP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Middleham Church of England Aided School

Primary
📍5.9 miles awayDL8 4QX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Bainbridge Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍6.1 miles awayDL8 3EL

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Spennithorne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍6.5 miles awayDL8 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 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: 8 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:8 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:1 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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