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Old Birchells, Sutton Road

ME17 3NF

MAIDSTONE

Current

D

56

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in MAIDSTONE, ME17 3NF. The property offers 168m² (1808 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 £1712, comprising £1363 for heating, £177 for hot water, and £172 for lighting. The property produces 8.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Old Birchells Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this MAIDSTONE property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1712 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 168m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.4 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 ME17 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs MAIDSTONE

This property56
Average64
-13% below
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vs ME17

This property56
Average64
-13% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £1048/year more than the MAIDSTONE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(56 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Oct 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

Old Birchells

Sutton Road

Langley

ME17 3NF

MAIDSTONE

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

168.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

8.4 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

284 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Oct 2019

rental (private)

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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). Heating costs are £699 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The ME17 postcode district contains over 9300 registered properties. Like many MAIDSTONE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1363.0/yr

Save £527/yr

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Hot Water

£177.0/yr

Save £94/yr

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Lighting

17.0% low energy

£172.0/yr

Save £78/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 17% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Langley Park Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME17 3FX

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME15 9PS

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Tree Tops Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayME15 9EZ

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Senacre Wood Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayME15 8QQ

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Molehill Primary Academy

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayME15 7ND

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Greenfields Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.6 miles awayME15 8DF

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Leeds and Broomfield Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayME17 1RL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Madginford Primary School

Primary
📍1.7 miles awayME15 8LH

Last inspected: Apr 2023

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

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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.

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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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