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19 Plantation Road, Hextable

BR8 7SA

SWANLEY

Current

D

66

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SWANLEY, BR8 7SA. The property offers 73m² (786 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). 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. 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 £674, comprising £526 for heating, £86 for hot water, and £62 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2022 for £438,000.

How Does 19 Plantation Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this SWANLEY property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £674 are approximately £1126 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.1 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 BR8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs SWANLEY

This property66
Average61
+8% better
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vs BR8

This property66
Average60
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £22/year more than the SWANLEY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(66 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 May 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

19 Plantation Road

Hextable

BR8 7SA

SWANLEY

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

73.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

244 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 May 2022

marketed sale

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About SWANLEY

SWANLEY is situated in Bromley, South East. Properties in SWANLEY have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BR8 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SWANLEY area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£438,000

11 November 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£526.0/yr

Save £163/yr

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Hot Water

£86.0/yr

Save £26/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£62.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hextable Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBR8 7RL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

St Pauls' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBR8 7PJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Joydens Wood Infant School

Primary
📍1 miles awayDA5 2JD

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Joydens Wood Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awayDA2 7NE

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Wilmington Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayDA2 7DR

Last inspected: May 2023

Outstanding

Horizon Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBR8 7BT

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayDA2 7DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wilmington Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayDA2 7DF

Last inspected: Jun 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: 490 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:490 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:196 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

Low Crime55 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

20 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (22%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (18%)

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Theft

5 incidents (9%)

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Drugs

2 incidents (4%)

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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