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272 Barton Hill Drive, Minster On Sea

ME12 3LY

SHEERNESS

Current

D

65

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in SHEERNESS, ME12 3LY. The property offers 69m² (743 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £967, comprising £728 for heating, £134 for hot water, and £105 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 272 Barton Hill Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 65/100, this SHEERNESS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £967 are approximately £833 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.0 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 ME12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property65
Average60
+8% better
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vs SHEERNESS

This property65
Average61
+7% better
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vs ME12

This property65
Average60
+8% better

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: £298/year more than the SHEERNESS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(65 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Jan 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

272 Barton Hill Drive

Minster On Sea

ME12 3LY

SHEERNESS

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

69.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

65 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

244 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Jan 2025

marketed sale

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About SHEERNESS

SHEERNESS is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SHEERNESS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The ME12 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SHEERNESS area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£728.0/yr

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Hot Water

£134.0/yr

Save £45/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£105.0/yr

Save £30/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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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 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Thistle Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME12 3UD

Last inspected: Apr 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayME12 3JQ

Last inspected: Jun 2022

?Special Measures

Halfway Houses Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME12 3AP

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Minster in Sheppey Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayME12 2HX

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Queenborough School and Nursery

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayME11 5DF

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayME12 3QU

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Richmond Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayME12 2ET

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

West Minster Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayME12 1ET

Last inspected: Dec 2021

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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Area Safety

Low Crime53 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

22 incidents (42%)

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Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (23%)

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Criminal damage

8 incidents (15%)

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Vehicle crime

3 incidents (6%)

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Theft

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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