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TN23 Weald of Kent
Ashford Rating C Score: 72 / 100

TN23 is above average for energy efficiency — better than most areas in England and Wales.

The 14,759 EPC certificates on record for TN23 paint a clear picture — the area averages 72 out of 100, placing it above the national average. The national average is 67, which means TN23 performs better than most areas. The most common rating band is C, with 22.0% of homes rated A or B and 72.6% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 0.6% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a C rating suggests reasonably efficient homes, though there is still room for improvement on heating and insulation.

Houses make up the bulk of the housing in this district. Flats make up a notable 24% of homes here. Around 64% of properties are owner-occupied and 18% are social housing. Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 88% of homes, which is typical for urban areas across England.

There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 72 to 83 — a 11-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. If you live in TN23 and want to reduce your energy bills, start with our guide to loft insulation — it is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make.

EPC Rating Distribution

A
32 (0.2%)
B
3,215 (21.8%)
C
6,730 (45.6%)
D
3,992 (27.0%)
E
697 (4.7%)
F
72 (0.5%)
G
20 (0.1%)

Energy Efficiency Score

72
TN23 avg
67
National avg
+5 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 83 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

Government funding may be available for some of these improvements. Check grants →

More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

10,539
House
497
Bungalow
3,541
Flat
182
Maisonette

Tenure

7,748
Owner-occupied
2,134
Private rented
2,165
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

12,984
gas
1,331
electric
76
oil
368
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in TN23?

Homes in TN23 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 72 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 14,759 certificates issued across the district.

To put that in perspective, TN23 performs better than most areas in England and Wales — the national average is just 67.

What percentage of homes in TN23 are rated F or G?

0.6% of homes in TN23 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.

This is actually better than the national picture, suggesting the housing stock in TN23 is in relatively good shape — though any home rated F or G would still benefit enormously from basic upgrades. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.

See all EPC data for Ashford →