Energy Performance Certificate
63, Lower Higham Road
DA12 2NQ
GRAVESEND
Current
D
64
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 2NQ. The property offers 66mยฒ (710 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (64/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 ยฃ678, comprising ยฃ484 for heating, ยฃ110 for hot water, and ยฃ84 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2018 for ยฃ225,000.
How Does 63, Lower Higham Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 64/100, this GRAVESEND property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ678 are approximately ยฃ1122 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. At 3.0 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 DA12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 64/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ13/year more than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 25 Jul 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
63, Lower Higham Road
DA12 2NQ
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
66.0 mยฒ
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
64 / 100
Potential: 85
COโ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
45 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
256 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
25 Jul 2018
marketed sale
About GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). The DA12 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ225,000
26 October 2018
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
ยฃ484.0/yr
Save ยฃ91/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ110.0/yr
Save ยฃ50/yr
Lighting
29.0% low energy
ยฃ84.0/yr
Save ยฃ35/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Westcourt Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Thamesview School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St John's Catholic Primary School, Gravesend
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
St John's Catholic Comprehensive
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2018
Tymberwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Gravesend Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2015
Riverview Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Riverview Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
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.
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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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.