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Energy Performance Certificate

10, Borrow King Close

BN2 4BW

BRIGHTON

Current

C

72

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 4BW. The property offers 64m² (689 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £521, comprising £309 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £84 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 10, Borrow King Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £521 are approximately £1279 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BN2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property72
Average61
+18% better
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vs BN2

This property72
Average61
+18% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £139/year less than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

10, Borrow King Close

BN2 4BW

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

64.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

191 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Feb 2018

rental (social)

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About BRIGHTON

BRIGHTON is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in BRIGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £351 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£309.0/yr

Save £18/yr

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Hot Water

£128/yr

Save £50/yr

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Lighting

20.0% low energy

£84/yr

Save £37/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Coombe Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBN2 4BP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Martin's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN2 3LJ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Fairlight Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 3AJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Elm Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 3ES

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN1 7BF

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Bevendean Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 4JP

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Hertford Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN1 7FP

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

City Academy Whitehawk

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN2 5FL

Last inspected: Nov 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime355 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

124 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

68 incidents (19%)

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Shoplifting

41 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

32 incidents (9%)

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Public order

24 incidents (7%)

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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