Energy Performance Certificate
8 Chatham Reach, Amherst Hill
ME7 5BJ
GILLINGHAM
Current
A
100
Potential
A
104
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in GILLINGHAM, ME7 5BJ. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (100/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £1558, comprising £886 for heating, £502 for hot water, and £170 for lighting.
How Does 8 Chatham Reach Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 100/100, this GILLINGHAM property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1558 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 111m² 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 ME7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GILLINGHAM
vs ME7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 100/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £870/year more than the GILLINGHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 12 Mar 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Chatham Reach
Amherst Hill
ME7 5BJ
GILLINGHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
111.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
100 / 100
Potential: 104
CO₂ Emissions
-0.4 tonnes/year
-3 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-19 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Mar 2025
marketed sale
About GILLINGHAM
GILLINGHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GILLINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The ME7 postcode district contains over 17500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
£886.0/yr
Save £100/yr
Hot Water
£502.0/yr
Save £191/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£170.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Air source heat pump, radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Brompton-Westbrook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Brompton Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
New Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
St Michael's RC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Oasis Academy Skinner Street
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
St John's Church of England Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
All Saints Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Fort Pitt Grammar School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 165 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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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.