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14 Hazeldene Close, Fourth Avenue

ME12 4EW

SHEERNESS

Current

A

106

Potential

A

114

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in SHEERNESS, ME12 4EW. The property offers 39m² (420 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of A (106/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £1065, comprising £618 for heating, £346 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 14 Hazeldene Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 106/100, this SHEERNESS property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1065 are approximately £735 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 39m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 ME12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property106
Average60
+77% better
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vs SHEERNESS

This property106
Average61
+74% better
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vs ME12

This property106
Average60
+77% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 106/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £396/year more than the SHEERNESS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(106 points)

Potential Rating

A(114 points)

Based on assessment dated 31 Aug 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Hazeldene Close

Fourth Avenue

Eastchurch

ME12 4EW

SHEERNESS

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

39.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

106 / 100

Potential: 114

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CO₂ Emissions

0.6 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

96 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

31 Aug 2024

rental

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About SHEERNESS

SHEERNESS is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SHEERNESS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The ME12 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£618.0/yr

Save £134/yr

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Hot Water

£346.0/yr

Save £135/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£101.0/yr

Save £34/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME12 4EJ

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayME12 3QU

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Minster in Sheppey Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayME12 2HX

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Thistle Hill Academy

Primary
📍3 miles awayME12 3UD

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey

Secondary
📍3.7 miles awayME12 3JQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

?Special Measures

Halfway Houses Primary School

Primary
📍4 miles awayME12 3AP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Richmond Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayME12 2ET

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Queenborough School and Nursery

Primary
📍5 miles awayME11 5DF

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Very Low Crime19 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

7 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

3 incidents (16%)

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Criminal damage

3 incidents (16%)

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Public order

2 incidents (11%)

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Burglary

1 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.

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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