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Energy Performance Certificate

536 Grange Road

ME7 2UH

GILLINGHAM

Current

D

55

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in GILLINGHAM, ME7 2UH. The property offers 75m² (807 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 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 £1226, comprising £924 for heating, £232 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 536 Grange Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this GILLINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1226 are approximately £574 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs GILLINGHAM

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs ME7

This property55
Average59
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £538/year more than the GILLINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Apr 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

536 Grange Road

ME7 2UH

GILLINGHAM

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

75.0

4.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

6.2 tonnes/year

82 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

485 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Apr 2022

marketed sale

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About GILLINGHAM

GILLINGHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GILLINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £236 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME7 postcode district contains over 17500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the GILLINGHAM area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£924.0/yr

Save £516/yr

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Hot Water

£232.0/yr

Save £166/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£70.0/yr

Save £6/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Featherby Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME8 6PD

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

The Academy of Woodlands

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME7 2DU

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Featherby Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME8 6BT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Twydall Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME8 6JS

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayME8 6JH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Rainham Mark Grammar School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayME8 7AJ

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

The Robert Napier School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayME7 2LX

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Saxon Way Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME7 1SJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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 Crime156 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

53 incidents (34%)

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Anti-social behaviour

48 incidents (31%)

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Criminal damage

13 incidents (8%)

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Theft

9 incidents (6%)

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Public order

8 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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