Energy Performance Certificate
13b Richmond Road
BN2 3RL
BRIGHTON
Current
D
60
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 3RL. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1111, comprising £772 for heating, £280 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2017 for £180,000.
How Does 13b Richmond Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this BRIGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1111 are approximately £689 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. At 2.6 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 BN2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £451/year more than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Sept 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
13b Richmond Road
BN2 3RL
BRIGHTON
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
44.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
60 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
59 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
351 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Sept 2024
marketed sale
About BRIGHTON
BRIGHTON is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in BRIGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£180,000
30 June 2017
Type: Flat
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£772.0/yr
Save £497/yr
Hot Water
£280/yr
Save £15/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Downs Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Fairlight Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Martin's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Downs Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2011
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Elm Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Coombe Road Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
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: 406 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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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.