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38, Trinity Road

DA12 1LX

GRAVESEND

Current

C

72

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 1LX. The property offers 61m² (657 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £482, comprising £282 for heating, £121 for hot water, and £79 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2015 for £146,500.

How Does 38, Trinity Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this GRAVESEND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £482 are approximately £1318 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.2 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 DA12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs GRAVESEND

This property72
Average62
+16% better
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vs DA12

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £183/year less than the GRAVESEND average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(75 points)

Based on assessment dated 6 Jul 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

38, Trinity Road

DA12 1LX

GRAVESEND

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

61.0

3.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

52 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

292 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

6 Jul 2012

marketed sale

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About GRAVESEND

GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £383 below the GRAVESEND average, offering good value. The DA12 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£146,500

14 January 2015

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£282.0/yr

Save £18/yr

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Hot Water

£121.0/yr

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Lighting

11.0% low energy

£79.0/yr

Save £37/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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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

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayDA12 1LU

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Chantry Community Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayDA12 2RL

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Gravesend Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayDA12 2PR

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

St John's Catholic Comprehensive

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayDA12 2JW

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDA12 2SY

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Wrotham Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayDA11 0QF

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Whitehill Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayDA12 5HN

Last inspected: Mar 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayDA11 0JE

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

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.

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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.

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