Energy Performance Certificate
3, Safety Bay Close
ME1 3FA
ROCHESTER
Current
B
85
Potential
B
91
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 3FA. The property offers 185m² (1991 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), 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 £581, comprising £390 for heating, £92 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2020 for £500,000.
How Does 3, Safety Bay Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this ROCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £581 are approximately £1219 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 185m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.4 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 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £32/year less than the ROCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 16 Aug 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Safety Bay Close
ME1 3FA
ROCHESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
185.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 91
CO₂ Emissions
2.4 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
74 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 Aug 2019
new dwelling
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 £223 below the ROCHESTER average, offering good value. The ME1 postcode district contains over 12300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£500,000
7 August 2020
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£390.0/yr
Hot Water
£92.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£99.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)
PrimarySt William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Cedar Children's Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
The Rochester Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Peter's Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Delce Academy
PrimaryCuxton Community Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 4 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
32 incidents (44%)
Criminal damage
14 incidents (19%)
Anti-social behaviour
10 incidents (14%)
Theft
5 incidents (7%)
Other crime
4 incidents (5%)
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.
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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.