Energy Performance Certificate
16 Ward View
ME5 7FD
CHATHAM
Current
D
61
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in CHATHAM, ME5 7FD. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1717, comprising £996 for heating, £605 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 16 Ward View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this CHATHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1717 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
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 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1124/year more than the CHATHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
16 Ward View
ME5 7FD
CHATHAM
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
53.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
46 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
270 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Apr 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 £403 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£996.0/yr
Save £582/yr
Hot Water
£605.0/yr
Save £367/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£116.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Chatham Grammar
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
Luton Primary School
PrimaryByron Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
The Robert Napier School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
All Saints Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
The Victory Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Barnsole Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
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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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.