Energy Performance Certificate
Willow Brook, Ashbrooke Road
SR2 7TT
SUNDERLAND
Current
F
33
Potential
D
58
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£3,570
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,167
potential per year
This property costs approximately £1,770 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,403 annually.
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£7,500
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Cavity Wall Insulation
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in SUNDERLAND, SR2 7TT. The property offers 329.59m² (3548 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 12 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated F (33/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (58/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £3570, comprising £3029 for heating, £200 for hot water, and £341 for lighting. The property produces 26.0 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 11 Mar 2009
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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Partial double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting
Property Information
Full Address
Willow Brook
Ashbrooke Road
SR2 7TT
SUNDERLAND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
329.59 m²
12.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
26.0 tonnes/year
75 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
402 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SUNDERLAND
SUNDERLAND properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SR2) 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
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£3029 /yr
Save £1233/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£200 /yr
💡 Lighting
0.0% low energy
£341 /yr
Save £170/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Thornhill Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
PrimarySouthmoor Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Hill View Junior Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Hill View Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Richard Avenue Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
122 incidents (28%)
Anti-social behaviour
96 incidents (22%)
Shoplifting
58 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
48 incidents (11%)
Theft
27 incidents (6%)
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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