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Energy Performance Certificate

26 Singleton Road, Great Chart

TN23 3BB

ASHFORD

Current

C

74

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in ASHFORD, TN23 3BB. The property offers 72m² (775 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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, 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 £1258, comprising £845 for heating, £315 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 26 Singleton Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this ASHFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1258 are approximately £542 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 TN23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs ASHFORD

This property74
Average63
+17% better
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vs TN23

This property74
Average66
+12% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £580/year more than the ASHFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Jul 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 Singleton Road

Great Chart

TN23 3BB

ASHFORD

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

72.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

185 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Jul 2024

Stock condition survey

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About ASHFORD

ASHFORD is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ASHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The TN23 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£845.0/yr

Save £415/yr

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Hot Water

£315.0/yr

Save £205/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£98.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Great Chart Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayTN23 5LB

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN23 5LW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Godinton Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTN23 3JR

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Beaver Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTN23 5DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ashford Oaks Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayTN23 4QR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford

Primary
📍1 miles awayTN23 4RB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chilmington Green Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayTN23 3DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Repton Manor Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayTN23 3RX

Last inspected: Mar 2018

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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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