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Energy Performance Certificate

14 Waterloo Street

ME15 7UH

MAIDSTONE

Current

D

55

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in MAIDSTONE, ME15 7UH. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (80/100). The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1962, comprising £1323 for heating, £585 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 14 Waterloo Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this MAIDSTONE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1962 are close to the UK average. CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 ME15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs MAIDSTONE

This property55
Average64
-14% below
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vs ME15

This property55
Average63
-13% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1298/year more than the MAIDSTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 6 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

14 Waterloo Street

ME15 7UH

MAIDSTONE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

79.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

1.0 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

135 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Sept 2025

rental

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About MAIDSTONE

MAIDSTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in MAIDSTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £659 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME15 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1323.0/yr

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Hot Water

£585.0/yr

Save £178/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), limited insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Maidstone Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayME15 7BT

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

South Borough Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME15 6TL

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Archbishop Courtenay Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME15 6QN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Park Way Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME15 7AH

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Valley Invicta Primary School At East Borough

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME14 5DX

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Invicta Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayME14 5DS

Last inspected: Sept 2012

Outstanding

Valley Park School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayME14 5DT

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

St Michael's Church of England Infant School Maidstone

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME16 8ER

Last inspected: Jan 2014

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 480 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:480 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:192 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime554 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

185 incidents (33%)

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Anti-social behaviour

116 incidents (21%)

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Shoplifting

64 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

48 incidents (9%)

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Public order

33 incidents (6%)

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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