Energy Performance Certificate
The Laurels, 14 North Carol Wood
NE20 0EQ
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Current
B
87
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 0EQ. The property offers 397m² (4273 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2480, comprising £1933 for heating, £266 for hot water, and £281 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does The Laurels Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this Newcastle Upon Tyne property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2480 annually are £680 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 397m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.1 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 NE20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Newcastle Upon Tyne
vs NE20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2062/year more than the Newcastle Upon Tyne average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Jan 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
The Laurels
14 North Carol Wood
Medburn
NE20 0EQ
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
397.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
87 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
62 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Jan 2024
new dwelling
About Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle Upon Tyne is situated in Tyne and Wear, North East. Properties in Newcastle Upon Tyne have an average EPC rating of B (score 83/100). Heating costs are £1515 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NE20 postcode district contains over 4000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£1933.0/yr
Hot Water
£266.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£281.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, 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
Darras Hall Primary School
PrimaryPonteland High School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ponteland Community Primary School
PrimaryPonteland Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Walbottle Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 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: 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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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.