EPCs in Margate, from the Old Town to Cliftonville.
From Old Town cottages and seafront flats to Cliftonville terraces and homes in Westbrook and Garlinge, we assess every kind of Margate property and lodge your certificate the same day.
5-star Google rating20,000+ EPCs since 2008Quidos accreditedLodged the same day
Margate (CT9) at a glance
Source: public EPC register, October 2026. Latest certificate for each home.
Local knowledge
Margate, a seaside town reinvented.
From Turner Contemporary and the Old Town to the grand Victorian streets of Cliftonville and the quieter roads of Westbrook and Garlinge, Margate has a varied, fast-changing housing stock.
It has one of the largest private rental sectors in Thanet, with many converted flats and HMOs.
Postcode: CT9Council: Thanet District
Margate’s homes
What we see in Margate, and what it means for your rating.
Old Town and period homes
Many pre-1919 homes, some listed, with solid walls and original windows.
Cliftonville flats and HMOs
Shared heating and communal areas need careful assessment.
Westbrook and Garlinge
Newer semis and detached homes, often at C or close to it.
Dated double glazing
It still counts, but older units rate poorly – worth knowing before you spend.
Local case study
EPC Margate case study: Perkins Avenue, Margate CT9
A mid-terrace already at band C, one step from band B.
The property
What scored well
- Insulated cavity walls
- Gas boiler with full controls
- Excellent lighting; smart meters
Where it lost energy
- Older double glazing, rated poor
- Only 100 mm loft insulation
- Uninsulated solid floors
The improvement path
- Solar PV, 2.5 kWp
£8,000–£10,000 · score 72 → 81 B
In Margate we offer
Everything you need, in one visit.
Margate landlords
Band E now. Band C by October 2030.
Margate landlords face the planned rise to C by 2030. We help you see where each flat or house stands and the cheapest route.
Why Hive EPCs
Thorough, accredited, and local.
- Quidos-accredited, RdSAP 10 method
- 20,000+ assessments since 2008
- Lodged the same day as your visit
- Rated 5.0 from 45 Google reviews
Reviews
5.0 from 45 Google reviews.
5 out of 5 stars
“He was very thorough and friendly and explained what he was doing.”
Wendy G. · Google review
5 out of 5 stars
“Excellent service. Quick, efficient and super friendly. Thanks Tom!”
Melanie A. · Google review
5 out of 5 stars
“Professional and knowledgeable service. Gave me advice on what to do in order to reach a higher rating, which was surprisingly simple.”
Glen A. · Google review
Questions
EPCs in Margate, answered.
How quickly can you visit in Margate?
We call back within minutes during office hours to arrange a visit at a time that suits you, and we lodge your EPC on the register the same day as the assessment.
Do HMOs and flats in Cliftonville need separate EPCs?
Each self-contained flat that is let needs its own EPC. For HMOs let by the room the rules differ – ask us and we will check.
Which areas around Margate do you cover?
Margate, Cliftonville, Westbrook, Garlinge, Palm Bay, St Johns and Westgate-on-Sea.
How long does an EPC last?
Ten years. If you have made improvements since your last EPC, a new assessment can show a better rating. Our guide to improving your EPC explains what makes a difference.
Also covering nearby:CliftonvilleWestbrookGarlingeBroadstairs →Birchington →
Get your Margate EPC quote.
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