Energy Performance Certificate
Willow Cottage, Thornley
DH6 3EE
DURHAM
Current
C
77
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in DURHAM, DH6 3EE. The property offers 239m² (2573 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1947, comprising £1606 for heating, £150 for hot water, and £191 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Willow Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1947 are close to the UK average. At 239m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1199/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Nov 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
Willow Cottage
Thornley
DH6 3EE
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
239.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
77 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
149 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Nov 2024
rental
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £858 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH6 postcode district contains over 13700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1606.0/yr
Save £98/yr
Hot Water
£150.0/yr
Lighting
89.0% low energy
£191.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Thornley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Ludworth Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St Godrics Catholic Primary School, Thornley
PrimaryWheatley Hill Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton
PrimaryShotton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Cassop Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Deaf Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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: 20 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.