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Energy Performance Certificate

3, Portside Close

ME1 2FG

ROCHESTER

Current

B

83

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 2FG. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £268, comprising £161 for heating, £69 for hot water, and £38 for lighting. The property produces 0.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 3, Portside Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this ROCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £268 are approximately £1532 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.8 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 ME1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property83
Average60
+38% better
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vs ROCHESTER

This property83
Average63
+32% better
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vs ME1

This property83
Average63
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £345/year less than the ROCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(83 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Dec 2017

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, Portside Close

ME1 2FG

ROCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

52.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

83 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

0.8 tonnes/year

16 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

91 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Dec 2017

new dwelling

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About ROCHESTER

ROCHESTER is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ROCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £452 below the ROCHESTER average, offering good value. The ME1 postcode district contains over 12300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£161.0/yr

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Hot Water

£69.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£38.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

(other premises above)

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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Crest Infant School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayME1 2QA

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Delce Academy

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayME1 2NJ
?Not yet rated

Balfour Infant School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME1 2QT

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

The Rochester Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayME1 3BY

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Balfour Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayME4 6QX

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayME1 3EL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

St Peter's Infant School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME1 2HU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Warren Wood Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME1 2UR

Last inspected: Oct 2019

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

Higher Crime422 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

144 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

80 incidents (19%)

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Shoplifting

45 incidents (11%)

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Criminal damage

39 incidents (9%)

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Theft

25 incidents (6%)

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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