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Flat 2 101 Sandgate Road

CT20 2BQ

Folkestone

Current

D

59

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in Folkestone , CT20 2BQ. The property offers 103m² (1109 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 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. 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 £1461, comprising £1127 for heating, £214 for hot water, and £120 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does Flat 2 101 Sandgate Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this Folkestone property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1461 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 103m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 6.8 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 CT20 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs Folkestone

This property59
Average64
-8% below
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vs CT20

This property59
Average61
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £779/year more than the Folkestone average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 2 101 Sandgate Road

CT20 2BQ

Folkestone

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

103.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

6.8 tonnes/year

66 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

390 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Oct 2020

ECO assessment

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About Folkestone

Folkestone is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in Folkestone have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). Heating costs are £445 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CT20 postcode district contains over 12100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1127.0/yr

Save £912/yr

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Hot Water

£214.0/yr

Save £99/yr

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Lighting

67.0% low energy

£120.0/yr

Save £37/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayCT20 1SE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Outstanding

Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayCT20 1DJ

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayCT19 6AL

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 5BY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Mundella Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayCT19 5QX
?Not yet rated

Castle Hill Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCT19 6HG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayCT19 6QH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

The Harvey Grammar School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayCT19 5JY

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Outstanding

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime332 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

120 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

63 incidents (19%)

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Criminal damage

38 incidents (11%)

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Public order

26 incidents (8%)

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Shoplifting

24 incidents (7%)

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.

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