Energy Performance Certificate
Woodland Barn, Darlington Road
DH1 3ST
DURHAM
Current
C
71
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in DURHAM, DH1 3ST. The property offers 399m² (4295 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. 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 £3286, comprising £2721 for heating, £318 for hot water, and £247 for lighting. The property produces 7.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Woodland Barn Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this DURHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £3286 annually are £1486 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 399m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.8 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs DURHAM
vs DH1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £2538/year more than the DURHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Oct 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Woodland Barn
Darlington Road
DH1 3ST
DURHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
399.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
7.8 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
126 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Oct 2022
marketed sale
About DURHAM
DURHAM is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in DURHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £1973 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DH1 postcode district contains over 15600 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2721.0/yr
Hot Water
£318.0/yr
Lighting
66.0% low energy
£247.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 66% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor
PrimaryBrowney Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Langley Moor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Brandon Primary Academy
PrimaryShincliffe CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 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: 165 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 2026Vehicle crime
2 incidents (67%)
Anti-social behaviour
1 incidents (33%)
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.