Energy Performance Certificate
1&2 Railway Cottages, Maidstone Road
TN15 7SZ
SEVENOAKS
Current
F
30
Potential
C
70
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,950
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,007
potential per year
This property costs approximately £150 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £943 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in SEVENOAKS, TN15 7SZ. The property offers 119m² (1281 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (70/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £1950, comprising £1600 for heating, £246 for hot water, and £104 for lighting. The property produces 13.0 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 29 May 2013
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
Granite or whinstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
40.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
1&2 Railway Cottages
Maidstone Road
TN15 7SZ
SEVENOAKS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
119.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
111 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
626 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SEVENOAKS
SEVENOAKS properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (TN15) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1600 /yr
Save £746/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£246 /yr
Save £158/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
40.0% low energy
£104 /yr
Save £39/yr with improvements
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Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 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.
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