Energy Performance Certificate
Downs Farm, Pilgrims Way
ME1 3RB
ROCHESTER
Current
B
87
Potential
A
94
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached bungalow is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 3RB. The property offers 152m² (1636 sq ft) of spacious living space. With an EPC rating of B (87/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). This property benefits from a ground 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 £578, comprising £354 for heating, £125 for hot water, and £99 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Downs Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 87/100, this ROCHESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £578 are approximately £1222 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 152m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.5 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the ME1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ROCHESTER
vs ME1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 87/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £35/year less than the ROCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Jan 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Downs Farm
Pilgrims Way
Wouldham
ME1 3RB
ROCHESTER
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
152.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
87 / 100
Potential: 94
CO₂ Emissions
1.5 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
60 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Jan 2022
new dwelling
About ROCHESTER
ROCHESTER is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in ROCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £259 below the ROCHESTER average, offering good value. The ME1 postcode district contains over 12300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
£354.0/yr
Hot Water
£125.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£99.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2023
Halling Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Burham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)
PrimaryThe Thomas Aveling School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Valley Invicta Primary School at Holborough Lakes
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Horsted Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Warren Wood Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
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: 28 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 2026violent crime
11 incidents (42%)
Anti-social behaviour
8 incidents (31%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (8%)
Public order
2 incidents (8%)
Burglary
1 incidents (4%)
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. 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.