Energy Performance Certificate
173 Ufton Lane
ME10 1EX
SITTINGBOURNE
Current
C
69
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in SITTINGBOURNE, ME10 1EX. The property offers 122m² (1313 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1585, comprising £1240 for heating, £197 for hot water, and £148 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2025 for £520,000.
How Does 173 Ufton Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this SITTINGBOURNE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1585 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 122m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 ME10 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SITTINGBOURNE
vs ME10
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £953/year more than the SITTINGBOURNE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
173 Ufton Lane
ME10 1EX
SITTINGBOURNE
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
122.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
176 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Jul 2024
marketed sale
About SITTINGBOURNE
SITTINGBOURNE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SITTINGBOURNE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £608 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME10 postcode district contains over 17800 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SITTINGBOURNE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£520,000
24 January 2025
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1240.0/yr
Save £116/yr
Hot Water
£197.0/yr
Save £64/yr
Lighting
89.0% low energy
£148.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryThe Oaks Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Minterne Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Westlands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Borden Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Fulston Manor School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2017
Highsted Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
82 incidents (34%)
Anti-social behaviour
49 incidents (20%)
Shoplifting
40 incidents (16%)
Criminal damage
23 incidents (9%)
Theft
15 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.
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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.