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Energy Performance Certificate

14, Bedford Street

BN2 1AN

BRIGHTON

Current

D

62

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 1AN. The property offers 136m² (1464 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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. The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. 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 £1204, comprising £1013 for heating, £106 for hot water, and £85 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £650,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 14, Bedford Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BRIGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1204 are approximately £596 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 136m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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 property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property62
Average61
+2% better
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vs BN2

This property62
Average61
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £544/year more than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Jul 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

14, Bedford Street

BN2 1AN

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

136.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

5.8 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

243 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Jul 2019

marketed sale

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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). Heating costs are £353 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties. Like many BRIGHTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£650,000

5 January 2021

Type: Terraced

+£5,000(+0.8%)

vs previous sale

£645,000

14 July 2015

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 0.8% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1013.0/yr

Save £457/yr

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Hot Water

£106/yr

Save £34/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£85/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Roof room(s), no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Some double glazing

Very Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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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 all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Queen's Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN2 0BN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Carlton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN2 9HS

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN2 0AH

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

St Luke's Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 9ZF

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

St Mark's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN2 5EA

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Elm Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN2 3ES

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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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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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