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Energy Performance Certificate

Luanshya, Cossington Road

ME5 9JB

CHATHAM

Current

B

82

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CHATHAM, ME5 9JB. The property offers 230m² (2476 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3472, comprising £2890 for heating, £334 for hot water, and £248 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Luanshya Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this CHATHAM property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3472 annually are £1672 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 230m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.0 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 ME5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property82
Average60
+37% better
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vs CHATHAM

This property82
Average63
+30% better
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vs ME5

This property82
Average61
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £2879/year more than the CHATHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(82 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

Based on assessment dated 17 Mar 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Luanshya

Cossington Road

ME5 9JB

CHATHAM

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

230.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

82 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

78 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Mar 2023

not sale or rental

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About CHATHAM

CHATHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CHATHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2297 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME5 postcode district contains over 15300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2890.0/yr

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Hot Water

£334.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£248.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 350 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Swingate Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME5 8TJ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Tunbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME5 9HY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME5 8PU
?Not yet rated

Lordswood School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME5 8NN

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Walderslade Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayME5 8BJ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Oaklands School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME5 0QS

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayME5 0NF

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

Greenacre Academy

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayME5 0LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

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: 416 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:416 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:167 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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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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