Energy Performance Certificate
259, Rochester Road, Burham
ME1 3RT
ROCHESTER
Current
D
65
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 3RT. The property offers 79mยฒ (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (65/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). 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 ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 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 ยฃ786, comprising ยฃ613 for heating, ยฃ95 for hot water, and ยฃ78 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2020 for ยฃ240,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 259, Rochester Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this ROCHESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ786 are approximately ยฃ1014 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, 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 ME1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ROCHESTER
vs ME1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 65/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ173/year more than the ROCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
259, Rochester Road
Burham
ME1 3RT
ROCHESTER
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
79.0 mยฒ
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
65 / 100
Potential: 85
COโ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
40 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
207 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
12 Oct 2014
marketed sale
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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ240,000
31 July 2020
Type: Terraced
vs previous sale
ยฃ162,000
9 January 2015
Type: Terraced
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 48.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ613.0/yr
Save ยฃ159/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ95.0/yr
Save ยฃ28/yr
Lighting
43.0% low energy
ยฃ78.0/yr
Save ยฃ28/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 43% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Burham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Mark's Church of England Primary School, Eccles
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Halling Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Tunbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Horsted Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The Holmesdale School
SecondaryAbout 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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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.