Energy Performance Certificate
25, The Close
ME1 1SD
ROCHESTER
Current
E
49
Potential
C
78
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,933
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,018
potential per year
This property costs approximately £133 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £915 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £915/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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External Wall Insulation
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About This E-Rated Property
This semi-detached house is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 1SD. The property offers 174m² (1873 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property has an EPC rating of E (49/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (78/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1933, comprising £1638 for heating, £106 for hot water, and £189 for lighting. The property produces 9.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2022 for £565,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Aug 2019
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
10.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 10% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
25, The Close
ME1 1SD
ROCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
174.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
9.4 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
292 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in ROCHESTER
ROCHESTER has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1638 /yr
Save £826/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£106 /yr
💡 Lighting
10.0% low energy
£189 /yr
Save £90/yr
💷 Sales History
Improving from E to C typically adds 3–5% per band to property value.
£565,000
S
Sept 2022
£452,000
S
May 2020
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Peter's Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Fort Pitt Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School
PrimaryThe Rochester Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2019
Delce Academy
PrimaryAbout 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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