Energy Performance Certificate
12 Sutherland Close
DA12 4XJ
GRAVESEND
Current
D
58
Potential
B
89
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 4XJ. The property offers 57m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1469, comprising £815 for heating, £532 for hot water, and £122 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2023 for £290,000.
How Does 12 Sutherland Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this GRAVESEND property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1469 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DA12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £804/year more than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Apr 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
12 Sutherland Close
DA12 4XJ
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
57.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 89
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
67 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
392 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Apr 2023
marketed sale
About GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The DA12 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£290,000
30 November 2023
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£815.0/yr
Save £204/yr
Hot Water
£532.0/yr
Save £379/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£122.0/yr
Save £10/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Thamesview School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Westcourt Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Tymberwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St John's Catholic Comprehensive
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
Riverview Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Riverview Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Gravesend Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
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: 443 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
26 incidents (34%)
violent crime
25 incidents (32%)
Criminal damage
11 incidents (14%)
Theft
7 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
4 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.