2 Dorset Drive, Darlington, DL1 2LH is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1967-1975. The property offers approximately 904 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have three bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £122,732 , which equates to approximately £136 per square foot. It was last sold on 1 Jun 2021 for £105,000. Since then, the value has increased by £17,732, representing a 16.9% increase, or approximately 3.7% per year.

The current estimated value of £122,732 is:

  • 31.0% lower than the average property price on Dorset Drive
  • 26.4% lower than the average in the DL1 2LH postcode area
  • and 39.0% lower than the average price for Darlington as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (3 out of 3 inspections). This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 27 February 2020, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached Bungalow
Built
1967-1975
Interior Size
904 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£122,732
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£136
Bedroom Count (estimate)
3 bedrooms

EPC Summary

2 Dorset Drive, Darlington, DL1 2LH has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 27 Feb 2020.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from the main heating system, supplemented by a solar water heating system, but the cylinder is not fitted with a thermostat. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 8 May 2015, when the property was rated C. The current rating of D reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 13.5%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water energy efficiency improving from average to good, while the system remained as from main system, plus solar, no cylinder thermostat.
  • The roof energy efficiency changing from poor to very poor, with the construction or insulation remaining pitched, limited insulation (assumed).
  • The wall energy efficiency changing from good to average, with the construction or insulation remaining cavity wall, filled cavity.
  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 96% of fixed outlets, with no change in efficiency (very good).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system, plus solar, no cylinder thermostat
Good
Roof
Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)
Very Poor
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Average
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 96% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to DL1 2LH

3 rd / 16
Price Rank
26% lower than average
6 th / 13
Size Rank
12% bigger than average
3 rd / 13
Price Per Sq FT Rank
34% lower than average

Compared to other properties in DL1 2LH , this bungalow's estimated value ranks 3rd out of 16. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 3rd out of 13 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 6th out of 13 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£122,732
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+17 %
1 Jun 2021
£105,000
Leasehold
-14.3 %
29 Jan 2004
£122,500
Leasehold
+84.9 %
4 May 2000
£66,250
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 5
size: 969 sq ft
sale price: £175,000
sale date: 30 Sep 2024
rooms: 4
size: 904 sq ft
sale price: £130,000
sale date: 10 Dec 2021
rooms: 4
size: 775 sq ft
sale price: £137,500
sale date: 15 Nov 2017

Data Sources

The property at 2 Dorset Drive, Darlington, DL1 2LH appears three times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 1 Jun 2021. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 27 Feb 2020. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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