Energy Performance Certificate
5 Kent Road
DA11 0SZ
GRAVESEND
Current
C
79
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in GRAVESEND, DA11 0SZ. The property offers 146m² (1572 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). 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. 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 £2479, comprising £1878 for heating, £427 for hot water, and £174 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2022 for £450,000.
How Does 5 Kent Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this GRAVESEND property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2479 annually are £679 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 146m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.9 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 DA11 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA11
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1814/year more than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 16 May 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
5 Kent Road
DA11 0SZ
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
146.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
79 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
2.9 tonnes/year
20 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
118 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
16 May 2024
non marketed sale
About GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1213 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DA11 postcode district contains over 14600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the GRAVESEND area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£450,000
27 January 2022
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, warm air, electric
£1878.0/yr
Hot Water
£427.0/yr
Save £208/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£174.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, warm air, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wrotham Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
Saint George's Church of England School
All-throughLast inspected: Oct 2023
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Copperfield Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Shears Green Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Shears Green Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
158 incidents (36%)
Anti-social behaviour
84 incidents (19%)
Criminal damage
50 incidents (11%)
Theft
34 incidents (8%)
Shoplifting
25 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.