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Energy Performance Certificate

162, Windmill Road

ME7 5PE

GILLINGHAM

Current

D

60

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in GILLINGHAM, ME7 5PE. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £924, comprising £762 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £68 for lighting. The property produces 4.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2019 for £235,000.

How Does 162, Windmill Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this GILLINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £924 are approximately £876 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 4.4 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 ME7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property60
Average60
At average
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vs GILLINGHAM

This property60
Average61
-2% below
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vs ME7

This property60
Average59
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £236/year more than the GILLINGHAM 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(60 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Jun 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

162, Windmill Road

ME7 5PE

GILLINGHAM

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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

87.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

4.4 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

284 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Jun 2019

marketed sale

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About GILLINGHAM

GILLINGHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GILLINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The ME7 postcode district contains over 17500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£235,000

9 August 2019

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£762.0/yr

Save £181/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Lighting

92.0% low energy

£68.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 92% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Byron Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME7 5XX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME4 5JY

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Chatham Grammar

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayME5 7EH

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Luton Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayME4 5AW
?Not yet rated

Brompton Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayME7 5HT

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

New Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME4 5QN

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME7 4HG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Phoenix Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME4 5QD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

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
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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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 Crime934 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

300 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

187 incidents (20%)

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Shoplifting

98 incidents (10%)

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Criminal damage

82 incidents (9%)

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Theft

56 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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