Energy Performance Certificate
Plough Lodge, Plough Road
ME12 4JF
SHEERNESS
Current
C
72
Potential
A
99
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SHEERNESS, ME12 4JF. The property offers 112m² (1206 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (99/100). 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, 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 £1067, comprising £822 for heating, £133 for hot water, and £112 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Plough Lodge Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this SHEERNESS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1067 are approximately £733 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112m² floor area is above the UK average of 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 ME12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SHEERNESS
vs ME12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £398/year more than the SHEERNESS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 31 Jan 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Plough Lodge
Plough Road
Minster on Sea
ME12 4JF
SHEERNESS
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Floor Area
112.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 99
CO₂ Emissions
3.0 tonnes/year
27 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
154 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Jan 2025
rental
About SHEERNESS
SHEERNESS is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in SHEERNESS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The ME12 postcode district contains over 13400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£822.0/yr
Hot Water
£133.0/yr
Save £46/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£112.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Minster in Sheppey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Eastchurch Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Thistle Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Halfway Houses Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Richmond Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Queenborough School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
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: 159 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 2026violent crime
9 incidents (43%)
Anti-social behaviour
5 incidents (24%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (14%)
Weapons
2 incidents (10%)
Drugs
1 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. 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.