Energy Performance Certificate
141A Dover Road, Folkestone
CT20 1NS
Current
G
3
Potential
B
82
This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,792
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,105
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,992 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £3,687 annually.
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?
This terraced house is located in the CT20 1NS postcode area. The property offers 127m² (1367 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated G (3/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £4792, comprising £4143 for heating, £501 for hot water, and £148 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 6 Oct 2020
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
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
33.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
141A Dover Road
Folkestone
CT20 1NS
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
127.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
13.0 tonnes/year
105 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
620 kWh/m²/year
G-Rated Properties in CT20
Properties in the CT20 postcode with G ratings typically pre-date modern insulation standards. Improvement grants and schemes are available to bring these homes up to modern efficiency levels.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Room heaters, electric
£4143 /yr
Save £3264/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£501 /yr
Save £373/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
33.0% low energy
£148 /yr
Save £50/yr with improvements
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castle Hill Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Mundella Primary School
PrimaryFolkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Martello Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Stella Maris Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
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: 500 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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