Energy Performance Certificate
Merrievale, Pear Tree Lane
DA12 3JU
GRAVESEND
Current
B
85
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 3JU. The property offers 919m² (9892 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of B (85/100), 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £3570, comprising £2757 for heating, £534 for hot water, and £279 for lighting. The property produces 9.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Merrievale Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 85/100, this GRAVESEND property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3570 annually are £1770 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 919m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.0 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 DA12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 85/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £2905/year more than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 27 Oct 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Merrievale
Pear Tree Lane
Shorne
DA12 3JU
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2021
Floor Area
919.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
85 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
9.0 tonnes/year
10 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
59 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Oct 2022
new dwelling
About GRAVESEND
GRAVESEND is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GRAVESEND have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £2092 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The DA12 postcode district contains over 15700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating and radiators, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
£2757.0/yr
Hot Water
£534.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£279.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating and radiators, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Shorne Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bligh Primary School (Juniors)
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Bligh Primary School (Infants)
PrimaryStrood Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Higham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Elaine Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Cedar Children's Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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: 20 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) experiences very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
4 incidents (22%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (22%)
violent crime
3 incidents (17%)
Burglary
2 incidents (11%)
Public order
2 incidents (11%)
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.