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46, Longacre Road

TN23 5FS

ASHFORD

Current

C

72

Potential

C

75

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in ASHFORD, TN23 5FS. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 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 £412, comprising £249 for heating, £114 for hot water, and £49 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2020 for £122,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 46, Longacre Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this ASHFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £412 are approximately £1388 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 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 TN23 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 ASHFORD

This property72
Average63
+14% better
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vs TN23

This property72
Average66
+9% 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: £266/year less than the ASHFORD 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 8 May 2014

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Property Information

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Full Address

46, Longacre Road

TN23 5FS

ASHFORD

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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

40.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 75

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

57 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

324 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 May 2014

rental (private)

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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 £429 below the ASHFORD average, offering good value. The TN23 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£122,500

17 January 2020

Type: Flat

+£6,000(+5.2%)

vs previous sale

£116,500

27 August 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 5.2% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£249.0/yr

Save £19/yr

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Hot Water

£114.0/yr

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Lighting

40.0% low energy

£49.0/yr

Save £18/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 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

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Great Chart Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayTN23 5LB

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayTN23 5LW

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Beaver Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayTN23 5DA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ashford Oaks Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN23 4QR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN23 4RB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chilmington Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTN23 3DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

The John Wallis Church of England Academy

All-through
📍0.9 miles awayTN23 3HG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Godinton Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayTN23 3JR

Last inspected: Mar 2018

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

Higher Crime164 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

71 incidents (43%)

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Anti-social behaviour

33 incidents (20%)

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Criminal damage

18 incidents (11%)

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Theft

14 incidents (9%)

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Other crime

9 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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