Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 15 Barnard Court, Symons Avenue
ME4 5UL
CHATHAM
Current
C
69
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in CHATHAM, ME4 5UL. The property offers 33m² (355 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £395, comprising £275 for heating, £97 for hot water, and £23 for lighting. The property produces 2.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 15 Barnard Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this CHATHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £395 are approximately £1405 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 33m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.7 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 ME4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs CHATHAM
vs ME4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £198/year less than the CHATHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Oct 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 15 Barnard Court
Symons Avenue
ME4 5UL
CHATHAM
Property Type
Flat
Enclosed Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
33.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
2.7 tonnes/year
81 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
458 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Oct 2012
rental (social)
About CHATHAM
CHATHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CHATHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £318 below the CHATHAM average, offering good value. The ME4 postcode district contains over 14100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£275.0/yr
Save £81/yr
Hot Water
£97.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£23.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
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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.