Energy Performance Certificate
16 The Downs
ME5 9RA
CHATHAM
Current
C
73
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHATHAM, ME5 9RA. The property offers 201m² (2164 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1207, comprising £908 for heating, £102 for hot water, and £197 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 16 The Downs Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this CHATHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1207 are approximately £593 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 201m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHATHAM
vs ME5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £614/year more than the CHATHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 1 Jun 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
16 The Downs
ME5 9RA
CHATHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
201.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
73 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.7 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Jun 2023
marketed sale
About CHATHAM
CHATHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CHATHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £315 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£908.0/yr
Save £92/yr
Hot Water
£102.0/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£197.0/yr
Save £66/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Tunbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Burham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Walderslade Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Oaklands School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Horsted Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Horsted Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2013
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: 463 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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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.
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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.