Energy Performance Certificate
4, Longacre Close
TN37 7UB
ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA
Current
D
66
Potential
C
69
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA, TN37 7UB. The property offers 36.36m² (391 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £423, comprising £282 for heating, £114 for hot water, and £27 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2020 for £135,000.
How Does 4, Longacre Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £423 are approximately £1377 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 36.36m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 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 TN37 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA
vs TN37
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £231/year less than the ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 4 Feb 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
4, Longacre Close
TN37 7UB
ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
36.36 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 69
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
72 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
480 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Feb 2011
marketed sale
About ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA
ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £372 below the ST. LEONARDS-ON-SEA average, offering good value. The TN37 postcode district contains over 9300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£135,000
6 November 2020
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£282.0/yr
Save £39/yr
Hot Water
£114.0/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£27.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Hollington Primary School
PrimaryArk Alexandra Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Silverdale Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Churchwood Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Paul's Church of England Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
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: 500 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.