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5, Peto Close

CT19 5ST

FOLKESTONE

Current

C

71

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in FOLKESTONE, CT19 5ST. The property offers 77m² (829 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £826, comprising £461 for heating, £244 for hot water, and £121 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5, Peto Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this FOLKESTONE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £826 are approximately £974 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 CT19 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs FOLKESTONE

This property71
Average62
+15% better
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vs CT19

This property71
Average59
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £128/year more than the FOLKESTONE 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(71 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Jul 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Peto Close

CT19 5ST

FOLKESTONE

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007 onwards

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Floor Area

77.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.3 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

177 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Jul 2020

rental (social)

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About FOLKESTONE

FOLKESTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in FOLKESTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £237 below the FOLKESTONE average, offering good value. The CT19 postcode district contains over 9800 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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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

£461.0/yr

Save £30/yr

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Hot Water

£244.0/yr

Save £92/yr

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Lighting

20.0% low energy

£121.0/yr

Save £54/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Mundella Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCT19 5QX
?Not yet rated

Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCT20 1DJ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCT19 5BY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Castle Hill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCT19 6HG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCT20 1SE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayCT19 6AL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 6QH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Folkestone Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 5FP

Last inspected: Apr 2022

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 Crime374 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

134 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

71 incidents (19%)

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Criminal damage

44 incidents (12%)

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Public order

27 incidents (7%)

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Shoplifting

26 incidents (7%)

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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