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7 BENSTED CLOSE, HUNTON

ME15 0SD

HUNTON

Current

D

59

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in HUNTON, ME15 0SD. The property offers 102m² (1098 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £964, comprising £711 for heating, £152 for hot water, and £101 for lighting. The property produces 4.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £425,000.

How Does 7 BENSTED CLOSE Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this HUNTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £964 are approximately £836 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 102m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs HUNTON

This property59
Average52
+13% better
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vs ME15

This property59
Average63
-6% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £382/year less than the HUNTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 BENSTED CLOSE

HUNTON

ME15 0SD

HUNTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

102.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

4.7 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

206 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Mar 2021

ECO assessment

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About HUNTON

HUNTON is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in HUNTON have an average EPC rating of E (score 52/100). Heating costs are £635 below the HUNTON average, offering good value. The ME15 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the HUNTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£425,000

25 June 2021

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, oil

£711.0/yr

Save £53/yr

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Hot Water

£152.0/yr

Save £54/yr

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Lighting

71.0% low energy

£101.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very 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, oil

Average

Main Fuel

oil (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 71% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hunton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayME15 0SJ

Last inspected: May 2021

Good

Yalding, St Peter and St Paul Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayME18 6DP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Coxheath Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayME17 4PS

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayTN12 9RR

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Laddingford St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayME18 6BL

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

East Farleigh Primary School

Primary
📍2.3 miles awayME15 0LY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Cornwallis Academy

Secondary
📍2.7 miles awayME17 4HX

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Wateringbury Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.7 miles awayME18 5EA

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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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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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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