Energy Performance Certificate
Barnside, Lodge Lane
DA12 3BS
GRAVESEND
Current
E
39
Potential
C
72
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£5,243
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£2,630
potential per year
This property costs approximately £3,443 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to £2,613 annually.
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £2,613/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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External Wall Insulation
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Double Glazing
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached house is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 3BS. The property offers 364m² (3918 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property has an EPC rating of E (39/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). 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. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £5243, comprising £4827 for heating, £213 for hot water, and £203 for lighting. The property produces 18.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Feb 2025
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Some double glazing
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Barnside
Lodge Lane
DA12 3BS
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
364.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
18.0 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
228 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil, Boiler and radiators, oil
£4827 /yr
Save £2535/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£213 /yr
Save £82/yr
💡 Lighting
100.0% low energy
£203 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Cobham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
Shorne Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Singlewell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Cuxton Community Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Cuxton Community Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Bligh Primary School (Infants)
PrimaryBligh Primary School (Juniors)
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Riverview Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
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: 112 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
8 incidents (67%)
violent crime
2 incidents (17%)
Burglary
1 incidents (8%)
Other crime
1 incidents (8%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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