Energy Performance Certificate
8, Leda Cottages, Charing
TN27 0EG
ASHFORD
Current
D
66
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ASHFORD, TN27 0EG. The property offers 85.54m² (921 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £740, comprising £553 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £98 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 8, Leda Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this ASHFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £740 are approximately £1060 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.4 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 TN27 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ASHFORD
vs TN27
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £62/year more than the ASHFORD average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Sept 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
8, Leda Cottages
Charing
TN27 0EG
ASHFORD
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
85.54 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
209 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Sept 2011
marketed sale
About ASHFORD
ASHFORD is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ASHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The TN27 postcode district contains over 4600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ASHFORD area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£553.0/yr
Hot Water
£89.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£98.0/yr
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Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Mostly double glazing
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Charing Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Pluckley Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Repton Manor Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Godinton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
Goat Lees Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Challock Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Towers School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
2 incidents (33%)
Criminal damage
1 incidents (17%)
Weapons
1 incidents (17%)
Public order
1 incidents (17%)
Other crime
1 incidents (17%)
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.
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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.