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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

15 Postling Road

CT19 4PH

FOLKESTONE

Current

F

38

Potential

B

82

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£2,639

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£803

potential per year

This property costs approximately £839 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £1,836 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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Free

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a B rating — saving up to £1,836 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Journey to A
FA
32,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£27,000
Payback
~5 yrs
Current Costs
£2,639/yr
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New A-Rated Boiler

Your heating is rated Very Poor. Compare local boiler installers.

Save £1846/yrPayback: ~2 years+5 EPC points
£3,500
Cost
2
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

Save £1836/yrPayback: ~2 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
3
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
4
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Solar Panels + Battery

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Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost
5
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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

Save £150/yrPayback: ~47 years+2 EPC points
£7,000
Cost

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This terraced house is located in FOLKESTONE, CT19 4PH. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (38/100) 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £2639, comprising £2418 for heating, £160 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2025 for £225,000.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(38 points)

Achievable Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2025

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)

Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Good

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy — Good lighting efficiency

Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

15 Postling Road

CT19 4PH

FOLKESTONE

🏠

Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

📐

Floor Area

84.0

4.0 total rooms

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

188 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in FOLKESTONE

FOLKESTONE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (CT19) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Room heaters, electric

£2418 /yr

Save £1846/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£160 /yr

💡 Lighting

100.0% low energy

£61 /yr

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to B could add significant value.

£225,000

T

Jul 2025

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Turner Free School

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayCT19 4PB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Morehall Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCT19 4PN

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

All Soul's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCT19 4LG

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Harcourt Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCT19 4NE

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

The Harvey Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayCT19 5JY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

Cheriton Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT20 3EP

Last inspected: Oct 2019

Good

Sandgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayCT20 3QU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Folkestone Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayCT19 5FP

Last inspected: Apr 2022

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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 Crime152 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

48 incidents (32%)

🛒

Shoplifting

33 incidents (22%)

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Anti-social behaviour

23 incidents (15%)

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Criminal damage

11 incidents (7%)

👜

Theft

10 incidents (7%)

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.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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