Energy Performance Certificate
10 Palm Court, Rochester Gardens
BN3 3AY
HOVE
Current
C
72
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached flat is located in HOVE, BN3 3AY. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 (83/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £444, comprising £103 for heating, £280 for hot water, and £61 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 10 Palm Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this HOVE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £444 are approximately £1356 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². 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 BN3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOVE
vs BN3
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: £261/year less than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
10 Palm Court
Rochester Gardens
BN3 3AY
HOVE
Property Type
Flat
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
44.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
2.1 tonnes/year
47 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
265 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Oct 2013
none of the above
About HOVE
HOVE is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in HOVE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £602 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the HOVE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£103.0/yr
Hot Water
£280.0/yr
Save £176/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£61.0/yr
Save £30/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Brunswick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Cardinal Newman Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Stanford Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Stanford Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
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: 483 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 higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
244 incidents (24%)
Anti-social behaviour
228 incidents (22%)
Shoplifting
196 incidents (19%)
Public order
106 incidents (10%)
Theft
60 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.