At a Glance
This detached house is located in ASHFORD, TN27 8LE. The property offers 260.76m² (2807 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 10 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1752, comprising £1259 for heating, £234 for hot water, and £259 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this ASHFORD property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1752 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 260.76m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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.
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1074/year more than the ASHFORD average
Current Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2010
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Full Address
Ayleswade Oast
Ayleswade Lane
Biddenden
TN27 8LE
ASHFORD
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
260.76 m²
10.0 total rooms
10.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
61 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
41 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
192 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jun 2010
marketed sale
ASHFORD is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ASHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £581 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The TN27 postcode district contains over 4600 registered properties.
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Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£1259.0/yr
Save £39/yr
Hot Water
£234.0/yr
Lighting
15.0% low energy
£259.0/yr
Save £119/yr
Walls
Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated at rafters
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 15% of fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 7 Mbps
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Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.