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Energy Performance Certificate

7 College Road, The Historic Dockyard

ME4 4QX

CHATHAM

Current

C

78

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in CHATHAM, ME4 4QX. The property offers 258m² (2777 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1640, comprising £1271 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 5.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2020 for £685,000.

How Does 7 College Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this CHATHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1640 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 258m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs CHATHAM

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs ME4

This property78
Average63
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1047/year more than the CHATHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jan 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

7 College Road

The Historic Dockyard

ME4 4QX

CHATHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

258.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

5.4 tonnes/year

21 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

119 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jan 2025

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 £678 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME4 postcode district contains over 14100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£685,000

15 December 2020

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1271.0/yr

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Hot Water

£196.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£173.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

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

Brompton-Westbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME7 5DQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Oasis Academy Skinner Street

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME7 1LG

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Waterfront UTC

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayME4 4FQ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Burnt Oak Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME7 1LS

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Brompton Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayME7 5HT

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Mary's Island Church of England (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayME4 3ST

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

New Road Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME4 5QN

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME1 1US
?Not yet rated

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: 423 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:423 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:169 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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