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Energy Performance Certificate

14b Albion Street

BN2 9NE

BRIGHTON

Current

D

59

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 9NE. The property offers 44m² (474 sq ft) of compact living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). 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%. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £1390, comprising £1062 for heating, £250 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 3.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 14b Albion Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this BRIGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1390 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. With 44m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.9 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs BRIGHTON

This property59
Average61
-3% below
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vs BN2

This property59
Average61
-3% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £730/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(59 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 Jan 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

14b Albion Street

BN2 9NE

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

Flat

Enclosed End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

44.0

5.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

3.9 tonnes/year

90 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

534 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Jan 2024

rental

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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 £402 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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

Electric storage heaters

£1062.0/yr

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Hot Water

£250/yr

Save £42/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£78/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

To unheated space, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (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

Carlton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBN2 9HS

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 4GP

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Queen's Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN2 0BN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Luke's Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN2 9ZF

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Elm Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 3ES

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Fairlight Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 3AJ

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 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: 351 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:351 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:141 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 Crime1634 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

405 incidents (25%)

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violent crime

392 incidents (24%)

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Shoplifting

264 incidents (16%)

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Public order

179 incidents (11%)

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Theft

89 incidents (5%)

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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