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68 Downsview

ME5 0AJ

CHATHAM

Current

B

88

Potential

B

91

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in CHATHAM, ME5 0AJ. The property offers 115mยฒ (1238 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ1559, comprising ยฃ1133 for heating, ยฃ260 for hot water, and ยฃ166 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 68 Downsview Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this CHATHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. At ยฃ1559 per year, energy costs are below the national average of ยฃ1800. The 115mยฒ floor area is above the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 1.5 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property88
Average60
+47% better
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vs CHATHAM

This property88
Average63
+40% better
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vs ME5

This property88
Average61
+44% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ966/year more than the CHATHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Current
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

B(88 points)

Potential Rating

B(91 points)

Based on assessment dated 3 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

68 Downsview

ME5 0AJ

CHATHAM

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

115.0 mยฒ

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

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Efficiency Score

88 / 100

Potential: 91

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

13 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

71 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

3 May 2023

marketed sale

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About CHATHAM

CHATHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CHATHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ540 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ1133.0/yr

Save ยฃ82/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ260.0/yr

Save ยฃ86/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ166.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

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

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (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

Kingfisher Community Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขME5 7NX

Last inspected: Sept 2019

โœ“Good

The Victory Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขME4 5JB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Wayfield Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขME5 0HH

Last inspected: May 2019

โœ“Good

Luton Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขME4 5AW
?Not yet rated

Greenvale Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขME4 5UP

Last inspected: Jun 2017

โœ“Good

Chatham Grammar

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขME5 7EH

Last inspected: May 2018

โœ“Good

New Horizons Children's Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขME4 6NR

Last inspected: May 2022

โœ“Good

Phoenix Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขME4 5QD

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

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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 Crime406 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

131 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

97 incidents (24%)

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Shoplifting

49 incidents (12%)

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Theft

24 incidents (6%)

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Criminal damage

21 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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