Energy Performance Certificate
257a, City Way
ME1 2TL
ROCHESTER
Current
D
62
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 2TL. The property offers 146.9mยฒ (1581 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ972, comprising ยฃ719 for heating, ยฃ134 for hot water, and ยฃ119 for lighting. The property produces 6.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2018 for ยฃ400,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does 257a, City Way Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this ROCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ972 are approximately ยฃ828 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 146.9mยฒ, this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87mยฒ).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ROCHESTER
vs ME1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ359/year more than the ROCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Nov 2008
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Property Information
Full Address
257a, City Way
ME1 2TL
ROCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
146.9 mยฒ
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 69
COโ Emissions
6.3 tonnes/year
43 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
258 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
11 Nov 2008
rental (private)
About ROCHESTER
ROCHESTER is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ROCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The ME1 postcode district contains over 12300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ROCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ400,000
28 March 2018
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ719.0/yr
Save ยฃ103/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ134.0/yr
Save ยฃ17/yr
Lighting
24.0% low energy
ยฃ119.0/yr
Save ยฃ51/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 24% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Warren Wood Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
The Thomas Aveling School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Holcombe Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
New Horizons Children's Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Balfour Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Crest Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Delce Academy
PrimaryHorsted Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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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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.