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Energy Performance Certificate

FLAT B, JACARANDA HOUSE

ME1 1XY

ROCHESTER

Current

C

74

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in ROCHESTER, ME1 1XY. The property offers 35m² (377 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £425, comprising £201 for heating, £178 for hot water, and £46 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does FLAT B Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this ROCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £425 are approximately £1375 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 35m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs ROCHESTER

This property74
Average63
+17% better
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vs ME1

This property74
Average63
+17% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £188/year less than the ROCHESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Dec 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

FLAT B

JACARANDA HOUSE

4 EAST ROW

ME1 1XY

ROCHESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

35.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

45 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

266 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Dec 2020

rental

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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 £412 below the ROCHESTER average, offering good value. The ME1 postcode district contains over 12300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£201.0/yr

Save £70/yr

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Hot Water

£178.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

£46.0/yr

Save £8/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayME1 1YF

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayME1 1US
?Not yet rated

Fort Pitt Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayME4 6TJ

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Outstanding

St Peter's Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME1 2HU

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayME1 2FA

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St John's Church of England Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayME4 6RH

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME1 3EN

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

St Michael's RC Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME4 6PX

Last inspected: Nov 2019

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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 Crime492 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

129 incidents (26%)

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Anti-social behaviour

111 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

70 incidents (14%)

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Theft

39 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

34 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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