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Energy Performance Certificate

137, Sandgate High Street, Sandgate

CT20 3BZ

FOLKESTONE

Current

D

57

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in FOLKESTONE, CT20 3BZ. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £814, comprising £608 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 137, Sandgate High Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this FOLKESTONE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £814 are approximately £986 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.7 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 CT20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs FOLKESTONE

This property57
Average62
-8% below
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vs CT20

This property57
Average61
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £116/year more than the FOLKESTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 May 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

137, Sandgate High Street

Sandgate

CT20 3BZ

FOLKESTONE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

70.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

3.7 tonnes/year

53 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

275 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 May 2013

marketed sale

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About FOLKESTONE

FOLKESTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in FOLKESTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The CT20 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties. Like many FOLKESTONE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£608.0/yr

Save £226/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

Save £50/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£82.0/yr

Save £41/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Partial secondary glazing

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Folkestone School for Girls

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCT20 3RB

Last inspected: Oct 2012

Outstanding

Sandgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayCT20 3QU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Seabrook Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCT21 5RL

Last inspected: Jul 2011

Outstanding

All Soul's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCT19 4LG

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Cheriton Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCT20 3EP

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCT20 3JJ

Last inspected: Apr 2015

Outstanding

The Harvey Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayCT19 5JY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Morehall Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayCT19 4PN

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

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.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 493 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:493 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:197 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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. 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.

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