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84, Beacon Road

ME5 7BS

CHATHAM

Current

D

66

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in CHATHAM, ME5 7BS. The property offers 53.45m² (575 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £480, comprising £271 for heating, £162 for hot water, and £47 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in October 2017 for £140,000. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 84, Beacon Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this CHATHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £480 are approximately £1320 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53.45m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.3 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 ME5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property66
Average60
+10% better
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vs CHATHAM

This property66
Average63
+5% better
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vs ME5

This property66
Average61
+8% better

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: £113/year less than the CHATHAM 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(66 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 9 Mar 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

84, Beacon Road

ME5 7BS

CHATHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

53.45

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

66 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

403 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

9 Mar 2010

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £322 below the CHATHAM average, offering good value. The ME5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£140,000

31 October 2017

Type: Flat

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£271.0/yr

Save £14/yr

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Hot Water

£162.0/yr

Save £46/yr

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Lighting

57.0% low energy

£47.0/yr

Save £14/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 57% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Chatham Grammar

Secondary
📍0.1 miles awayME5 7EH

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Luton Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayME4 5AW
?Not yet rated

Byron Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME7 5XX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME4 5JY

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME7 4HG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

The Victory Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayME4 5JB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

The Robert Napier School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayME7 2LX

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Greenvale Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME4 5UP

Last inspected: Jun 2017

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 496 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:496 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:198 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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