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Energy Performance Certificate

4 Pickering Street

ME15 9RS

MAIDSTONE

Current

C

75

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in MAIDSTONE, ME15 9RS. The property offers 190m² (2045 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4118, comprising £3476 for heating, £405 for hot water, and £237 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 4 Pickering Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this MAIDSTONE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £4118 annually are £2318 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 190m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 ME15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs MAIDSTONE

This property75
Average64
+17% better
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vs ME15

This property75
Average63
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £3454/year more than the MAIDSTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 4 Dec 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

4 Pickering Street

ME15 9RS

MAIDSTONE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

190.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

133 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

4 Dec 2023

marketed sale

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About MAIDSTONE

MAIDSTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in MAIDSTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2812 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME15 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties. Like many MAIDSTONE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£3476.0/yr

Save £817/yr

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Hot Water

£405.0/yr

Save £131/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£237.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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External Wall Insulation

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Loose Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayME15 9UW

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

New Line Learning Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayME15 9QL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Tiger Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME15 9QL

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Oaks Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME15 9AX

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Outstanding

Molehill Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME15 7ND

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Cornwallis Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayME17 4HX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Park Way Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME15 7AH

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Boughton Monchelsea Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayME17 4HP

Last inspected: Sept 2023

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

Above Average103 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

31 incidents (30%)

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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

18 incidents (17%)

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Criminal damage

16 incidents (16%)

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Other crime

5 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.

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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