Energy Performance Certificate
The Barn Whitwell Grange, Sherburn House
DH1 2SJ
DURHAM
Current
F
32
Potential
C
71
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,250
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,714
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,450 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,536 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This semi-detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 2SJ. The property offers 172m² (1851 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (32/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (71/100). 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. 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 £3250, comprising £2920 for heating, £248 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2014
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
The Barn Whitwell Grange
Sherburn House
DH1 2SJ
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
172.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
64 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
372 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in DURHAM
DURHAM properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (DH1) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2920 /yr
Save £1539/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£248 /yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£82 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Sherburn Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
PrimarySt Hild's College Church of England Aided Primary School, Durham
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Thomas More Primary School, Belmont
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Belmont CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Belmont Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 500 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
6 incidents (55%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (27%)
Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (9%)
Other crime
1 incidents (9%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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