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55, Torrington Road

TN23 7TG

ASHFORD

Current

D

68

Potential

D

68

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in ASHFORD, TN23 7TG. The property offers 93.54m² (1007 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £695, comprising £540 for heating, £101 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2019 for £240,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 55, Torrington Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this ASHFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £695 are approximately £1105 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93.54m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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 TN23 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs ASHFORD

This property68
Average63
+8% better
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vs TN23

This property68
Average66
+3% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £17/year more than the ASHFORD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

D(68 points)

Based on assessment dated 20 May 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

55, Torrington Road

TN23 7TG

ASHFORD

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

93.54

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 68

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

42 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

249 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

20 May 2009

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). The TN23 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£240,000

27 August 2019

Type: Terraced

+£45,000(+23.1%)

vs previous sale

£195,000

25 September 2015

Type: Terraced

+£10,000(+5.4%)

vs previous sale

£185,000

13 March 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 29.7% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£540.0/yr

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Hot Water

£101.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£54.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Victoria Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayTN23 7HQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

The North School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayTN24 8AL
?Not yet rated

Chilmington Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayTN23 3DS

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN23 4RB

Last inspected: Dec 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

East Stour Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN24 0DW
?Not yet rated

Ashford Oaks Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayTN23 4QR

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

The Norton Knatchbull School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayTN24 0QJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayTN23 1ND

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

🚀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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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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