Energy Performance Certificate
The Barn, Low Etherley Farm
DL14 0EU
COUNTY DURHAM
Current
B
85
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 0EU. The property offers 330m² (3552 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £1431, comprising £857 for heating, £427 for hot water, and £147 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does The Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this COUNTY DURHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At £1431 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 330m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.9 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 DL14 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs COUNTY DURHAM
vs DL14
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £968/year more than the COUNTY DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Feb 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
The Barn
Low Etherley Farm
Bishop Auckland
DL14 0EU
COUNTY DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Floor Area
330.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
3.9 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
70 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Feb 2021
new dwelling
About COUNTY DURHAM
COUNTY DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in COUNTY DURHAM have an average EPC rating of C (score 80/100). Heating costs are £394 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
£857.0/yr
Hot Water
£427.0/yr
Save £151/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£147.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.19 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Toft Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2014
Escomb Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
PrimaryCopeland Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2019
Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Bishop Barrington Academy
SecondaryAbout 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: 480 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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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.
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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.