Energy Performance Certificate
294, Valley Drive
DA12 5SU
GRAVESEND
Current
B
81
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 5SU. The property offers 24.33m² (262 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. 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 £274, comprising £204 for heating, £50 for hot water, and £20 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 294, Valley Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this GRAVESEND property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £274 are approximately £1526 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 24.33m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 DA12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £391/year less than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
294, Valley Drive
DA12 5SU
GRAVESEND
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
24.33 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
81 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
48 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
289 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Sept 2009
rental (social)
About GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £461 below the GRAVESEND average, offering good value. The DA12 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the GRAVESEND area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£204.0/yr
Hot Water
£50.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£20.0/yr
Save £10/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, 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
No low energy lighting
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Average download speed: 69 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.