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Energy Performance Certificate

170 Southsea Avenue, Minster On Sea

ME12 2LU

SHEERNESS

Current

C

76

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SHEERNESS, ME12 2LU. The property offers 213m² (2293 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £1532, comprising £647 for heating, £804 for hot water, and £81 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £360,000.

How Does 170 Southsea Avenue Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this SHEERNESS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1532 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 213m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 0.9 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs SHEERNESS

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs ME12

This property76
Average60
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £863/year more than the SHEERNESS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

170 Southsea Avenue

Minster On Sea

ME12 2LU

SHEERNESS

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

213.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

0.9 tonnes/year

4 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

43 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Nov 2024

new dwelling

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About SHEERNESS

SHEERNESS is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SHEERNESS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The ME12 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£360,000

29 June 2021

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric

£647.0/yr

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Hot Water

£804.0/yr

Save £197/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£81.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators and underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Excelent lighting efficiency

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Minster in Sheppey Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME12 2HX

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME12 3QU

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Thistle Hill Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME12 3UD

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayME12 3JQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

?Special Measures

Halfway Houses Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayME12 3AP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Richmond Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayME12 2ET

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Rose Street Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayME12 1AW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayME12 1BW

Last inspected: May 2019

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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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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