Energy Performance Certificate
Westdene Cottage, Tanyard Hill
DA12 3EN
GRAVESEND
Current
B
88
Potential
B
88
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in GRAVESEND, DA12 3EN. The property offers 368m² (3961 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (88/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £2363, comprising £1770 for heating, £271 for hot water, and £322 for lighting. The property produces 4.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does Westdene Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 88/100, this GRAVESEND property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £2363 annually are £563 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 368m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.0 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 DA12 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs GRAVESEND
vs DA12
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 88/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £1698/year more than the GRAVESEND average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 May 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
Westdene Cottage
Tanyard Hill
Shorne
DA12 3EN
GRAVESEND
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
368.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
88 / 100
Potential: 88
CO₂ Emissions
4.0 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
60 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 May 2023
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 £1105 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
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
£1770.0/yr
Hot Water
£271.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£322.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.13 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
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
Higham Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Thamesview School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Bligh Primary School (Infants)
PrimaryBligh Primary School (Juniors)
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Strood Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Riverview Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Riverview Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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: 372 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
8 incidents (47%)
Criminal damage
3 incidents (18%)
Burglary
2 incidents (12%)
Public order
2 incidents (12%)
violent crime
1 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.