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4, Forge Lane, Headcorn

TN27 9QQ

ASHFORD

Current

C

70

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in ASHFORD, TN27 9QQ. The property offers 94mยฒ (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ1344, comprising ยฃ999 for heating, ยฃ283 for hot water, and ยฃ62 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 4, Forge Lane Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this ASHFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At ยฃ1344 per year, energy costs are below the national average of ยฃ1800. The 94mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ. At 3.9 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 TN27 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs ASHFORD

This property70
Average63
+11% better
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vs TN27

This property70
Average59
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ666/year more than the ASHFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Sept 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

4, Forge Lane

Headcorn

TN27 9QQ

ASHFORD

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

94.0 mยฒ

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 86

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

42 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

156 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

17 Sept 2014

FiT application

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About ASHFORD

ASHFORD is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ASHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are ยฃ321 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TN27 postcode district contains over 4600 registered properties.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

ยฃ999.0/yr

Save ยฃ303/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ283.0/yr

Save ยฃ142/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ62.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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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, oil

Average
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Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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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

Headcorn Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.2 miles awayโ€ขTN27 9QT

Last inspected: May 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Frittenden Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“2.5 miles awayโ€ขTN17 2DD

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Ulcombe Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“3 miles awayโ€ขME17 1DU

Last inspected: Nov 2019

โœ“Good

Smarden Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“3.2 miles awayโ€ขTN27 8ND

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

Staplehurst School

Primary
๐Ÿ“3.2 miles awayโ€ขTN12 0LZ

Last inspected: Jan 2022

โœ“Good

Sutton Valence Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“3.5 miles awayโ€ขME17 3HT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โœ“Good

John Mayne Church of England Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“3.8 miles awayโ€ขTN27 8AL
?Not yet rated

Kingswood Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“4.1 miles awayโ€ขME17 3QF

Last inspected: Jul 2022

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 388 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:388 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:155 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

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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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