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Energy Performance Certificate

The Old Barn, Coundon

DL14 8PY

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Current

A

104

Potential

A

133

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 8PY. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (104/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £766, comprising £563 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £47 for lighting.

How Does The Old Barn Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 104/100, this BISHOP AUCKLAND property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £766 are approximately £1034 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property104
Average60
+73% better
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vs BISHOP AUCKLAND

This property104
Average59
+76% better
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vs DL14

This property104
Average61
+70% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 104/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £223/year less than the BISHOP AUCKLAND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(104 points)

Potential Rating

A(133 points)

Based on assessment dated 5 Apr 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Old Barn

Coundon

DL14 8PY

BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

61.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

104 / 100

Potential: 133

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CO₂ Emissions

-0.1 tonnes/year

-1 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-7 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Apr 2019

new dwelling

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About BISHOP AUCKLAND

BISHOP AUCKLAND is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in BISHOP AUCKLAND have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £426 below the BISHOP AUCKLAND average, offering good value. The DL14 postcode district contains over 14900 registered properties.

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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

£563.0/yr

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Hot Water

£156.0/yr

Save £56/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.22 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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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

Victoria Lane Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 8NN

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayDL14 8NN
?Not yet rated

Prince Bishops Community Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayDL14 8DY

Last inspected: Jun 2011

Outstanding

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayDL14 7JZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

St Andrew's Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayDL14 6RY

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Cockton Hill Infant School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Cockton Hill Junior School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDL14 6HW

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Etherley Lane Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayDL14 7RB

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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 Crime54 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

20 incidents (37%)

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violent crime

16 incidents (30%)

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Criminal damage

6 incidents (11%)

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Theft

5 incidents (9%)

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Public order

4 incidents (7%)

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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