Energy Performance Certificate
18 Common Road
ME5 9RG
CHATHAM
Current
A
95
Potential
A
96
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in CHATHAM, ME5 9RG. The property offers 153m² (1647 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of A (95/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £1268, comprising £873 for heating, £225 for hot water, and £170 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 18 Common Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 95/100, this CHATHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1268 are approximately £532 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 153m², 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 ME5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHATHAM
vs ME5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 95/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £675/year more than the CHATHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 8 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
18 Common Road
ME5 9RG
CHATHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
153.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
95 / 100
Potential: 96
CO₂ Emissions
0.9 tonnes/year
6 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
29 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
8 May 2024
marketed sale
About CHATHAM
CHATHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CHATHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £280 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
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£873.0/yr
Hot Water
£225.0/yr
Save £96/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£170.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Burham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Tunbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Horsted Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Horsted Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Oaklands School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Walderslade Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
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: 460 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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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.