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Energy Performance Certificate

Lone Cottage, Lower Road

ME15 0EU

MAIDSTONE

Current

A

92

Potential

A

106

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in MAIDSTONE, ME15 0EU. The property offers 156m² (1679 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of A (92/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £765, comprising £579 for heating, £73 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Lone Cottage Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 92/100, this MAIDSTONE property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £765 are approximately £1035 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 156m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 ME15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property92
Average60
+53% better
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vs MAIDSTONE

This property92
Average64
+44% better
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vs ME15

This property92
Average63
+46% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 92/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £101/year more than the MAIDSTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(92 points)

Potential Rating

A(106 points)

Based on assessment dated 31 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Lone Cottage

Lower Road

East Farleigh

ME15 0EU

MAIDSTONE

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

156.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

92 / 100

Potential: 106

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CO₂ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

8 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

42 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

31 May 2023

marketed sale

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About MAIDSTONE

MAIDSTONE is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in MAIDSTONE have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The ME15 postcode district contains over 18700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£579.0/yr

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Hot Water

£73.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£113.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Jubilee Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME16 8PF

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

East Farleigh Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME15 0LY

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Oakwood Park Grammar School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayME16 8AH

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Archbishop Courtenay Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME15 6QN

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

West Borough Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME16 8TL

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Maidstone, St Michael's Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME16 8ER

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

St Michael's Church of England Infant School Maidstone

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME16 8ER

Last inspected: Jan 2014

Outstanding

St Augustine Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayME16 8AE

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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

📡Standard Broadband

Average download speed: 20 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:20 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:3 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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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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