Energy Performance Certificate
Highview, Watling Street
DA12 5UD
GRAVESEND
Current
E
53
Potential
C
72
📅 Upcoming Regulation Change — Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
C
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
£1,750
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,328
potential per year
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With targeted upgrades, this property could reach C — saving up to £422/year and meeting the proposed 2028 rental standard. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached bungalow is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 5UD. The property offers 177m² (1905 sq ft) of spacious living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property has an EPC rating of E (53/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1750, comprising £1538 for heating, £120 for hot water, and £92 for lighting. The property produces 8.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 19 Aug 2013
Building Elements — Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
82.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 82% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Highview
Watling Street
DA12 5UD
GRAVESEND
Property Type
Bungalow
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
177.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
8.7 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
254 kWh/m²/year
E-Rated Properties in GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement — particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1538 /yr
Save £401/yr
🚿 Hot Water
£120 /yr
Save £21/yr
💡 Lighting
82.0% low energy
£92 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Singlewell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Riverview Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Riverview Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
King's Farm Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
Tymberwood Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Thamesview School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Cobham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2012
Whitehill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
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: 165 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
38 incidents (37%)
Anti-social behaviour
25 incidents (25%)
Theft
9 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
8 incidents (8%)
Vehicle crime
5 incidents (5%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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