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Energy Performance Certificate

94a Sandgate Road

CT20 2BE

FOLKSTONE

Current

C

72

Potential

C

78

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in FOLKSTONE, CT20 2BE. The property offers 175m² (1884 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £1160, comprising £913 for heating, £108 for hot water, and £139 for lighting. The property produces 5.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2021 for £345,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 94a Sandgate Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this FOLKSTONE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1160 are approximately £640 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 175m², 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 CT20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs FOLKSTONE

This property72
Average74
-3% below
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vs CT20

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £751/year more than the FOLKSTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

C(78 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Jul 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

94a Sandgate Road

CT20 2BE

FOLKSTONE

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

175.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 78

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CO₂ Emissions

5.1 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

166 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Jul 2015

marketed sale

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About FOLKSTONE

FOLKSTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in FOLKSTONE have an average EPC rating of C (score 74/100). Heating costs are £504 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CT20 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£345,000

2 November 2021

Type: Flat

+£180,000(+109.1%)

vs previous sale

£165,000

11 January 2016

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 109.1% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£913.0/yr

Save £209/yr

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Hot Water

£108.0/yr

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Lighting

47.0% low energy

£139.0/yr

Save £46/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Partial double glazing

Poor
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Floor

(other premises below)

NO DATA!
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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 47% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCT20 1SE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCT20 1DJ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCT19 6AL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 5BY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Mundella Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 5QX
?Not yet rated

Castle Hill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCT19 6HG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCT19 6QH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

The Harvey Grammar School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayCT19 5JY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

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.

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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.

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