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Top Flat, 1, Byron Road

ME7 5XX

GILLINGHAM

Current

D

55

Potential

D

55

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in GILLINGHAM, ME7 5XX. The property offers 46.68m² (502 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 £703, comprising £605 for heating, £75 for hot water, and £23 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low 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 Top Flat Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this GILLINGHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £703 are approximately £1097 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 46.68m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 ME7 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs GILLINGHAM

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs ME7

This property55
Average59
-7% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £15/year more than the GILLINGHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

D(55 points)

Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

Top Flat

1, Byron Road

ME7 5XX

GILLINGHAM

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

46.68

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 55

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

81 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

483 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Jul 2009

rental (private)

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About GILLINGHAM

GILLINGHAM is situated in Kent, South East. Properties in GILLINGHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The ME7 postcode district contains over 17500 registered properties. Like many GILLINGHAM properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, mains gas

£605.0/yr

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Hot Water

£75.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£23.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very 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

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, mains gas

Average

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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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

Byron Primary School

Primary
📍0 miles awayME7 5XX

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Chatham Grammar

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayME5 7EH

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayME7 4HG

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Luton Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME4 5AW
?Not yet rated

Brompton Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayME7 5HT

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Barnsole Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayME7 2JG

Last inspected: Nov 2021

⚠️Requires improvement

The Robert Napier School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayME7 2LX

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayME4 5JY

Last inspected: Jun 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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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.

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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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