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Energy Performance Certificate

The Orchard, Bramling

CT3 1NB

CANTERBURY

Current

A

104

Potential

A

108

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in CANTERBURY, CT3 1NB. The property offers 148m² (1593 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of A (104/100), 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 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 £1763, comprising £1518 for heating, £154 for hot water, and £91 for lighting.

How Does The Orchard Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 104/100, this CANTERBURY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1763 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 148m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the CT3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property104
Average60
+73% better
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vs CANTERBURY

This property104
Average62
+68% better
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vs CT3

This property104
Average63
+65% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 104/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £1054/year more than the CANTERBURY 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(104 points)

Potential Rating

A(108 points)

Based on assessment dated 21 Oct 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

The Orchard

Bramling

CT3 1NB

CANTERBURY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

148.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

104 / 100

Potential: 108

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CO₂ Emissions

-1.3 tonnes/year

-9 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-51 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

21 Oct 2021

marketed sale

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About CANTERBURY

CANTERBURY is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in CANTERBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £809 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The CT3 postcode district contains over 6900 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, warm air, electric

£1518.0/yr

Save £142/yr

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Hot Water

£154.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£91.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, warm air, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Payback
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Current Costs
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Wingham Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayCT3 1BD

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayCT3 1RN

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Littlebourne Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayCT3 1XS

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Adisham Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayCT3 3JW

Last inspected: Jul 2017

Outstanding

Goodnestone Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayCT3 1PQ

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Aylesham Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayCT3 3BS

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Aylesham

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayCT3 3AS

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Preston Primary School

Primary
📍3 miles awayCT3 1HB

Last inspected: May 2018

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 460 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:460 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:184 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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Area Safety

Very Low Crime2 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Theft

1 incidents (50%)

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Vehicle crime

1 incidents (50%)

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.

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