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Energy Performance Certificate

Beechcroft Farm, Smarden

TN27 8NL

ASHFORD

Current

C

80

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in ASHFORD, TN27 8NL. The property offers 158m² (1701 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £683, comprising £514 for heating, £103 for hot water, and £66 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Beechcroft Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this ASHFORD property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £683 are approximately £1117 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 158m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.8 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs ASHFORD

This property80
Average63
+27% better
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vs TN27

This property80
Average59
+36% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £5/year more than the ASHFORD 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(80 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Apr 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

Beechcroft Farm

Smarden

TN27 8NL

ASHFORD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

158.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

2.8 tonnes/year

18 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

101 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Apr 2011

new dwelling

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About ASHFORD

ASHFORD is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ASHFORD have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The TN27 postcode district contains over 4600 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£514.0/yr

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Hot Water

£103.0/yr

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Lighting

35.0% low energy

£66.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/mA?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/mA?K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/mA?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Smarden Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayTN27 8ND

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Pluckley Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayTN27 0QS

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Bethersden Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayTN26 3AH

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Egerton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayTN27 9DR

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

High Halden Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayTN26 3JB

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Headcorn Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayTN27 9QT

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

John Mayne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayTN27 8AL
?Not yet rated

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.7 miles awayTN30 6PU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

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

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.

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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