Energy Performance Certificate
1 Upper Corniche, Sandgate
CT20 3TB
FOLKESTONE
Current
B
88
Potential
A
93
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in FOLKESTONE, CT20 3TB. The property offers 164m² (1765 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). This property benefits from a air 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3292, comprising £2719 for heating, £355 for hot water, and £218 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2022 for £985,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 1 Upper Corniche Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this FOLKESTONE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3292 annually are £1492 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 164m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.7 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CT20 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs FOLKESTONE
vs CT20
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2594/year more than the FOLKESTONE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Mar 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Upper Corniche
Sandgate
CT20 3TB
FOLKESTONE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
164.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 93
CO₂ Emissions
1.7 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
56 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Mar 2023
rental
About FOLKESTONE
FOLKESTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in FOLKESTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2021 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CT20 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£985,000
7 October 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£625,000
24 April 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 57.6% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Air source heat pump, fan coil units, electric
£2719.0/yr
Save £289/yr
Hot Water
£355.0/yr
Save £141/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£218.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Air source heat pump, fan coil units, electric
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Seabrook Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2011
Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2015
The Folkestone School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2012
Cheriton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Sandgate Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
All Soul's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Morehall Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Turner Free School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 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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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.