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Energy Performance Certificate

1a Singleton Road

BN1 8TH

BRIGHTON

Current

C

78

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in BRIGHTON, BN1 8TH. The property offers 107m² (1152 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £666, comprising £451 for heating, £113 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2018 for £410,000.

How Does 1a Singleton Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £666 are approximately £1134 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 107m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.0 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 BN1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property78
Average61
+28% better
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vs BN1

This property78
Average59
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £6/year more than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

Based on assessment dated 19 Jan 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

1a Singleton Road

BN1 8TH

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

107.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

19 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

105 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Jan 2023

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £209 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN1 postcode district contains over 34400 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£410,000

4 June 2018

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£451.0/yr

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Hot Water

£113/yr

Save £35/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£102/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated at rafters

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (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 all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Carden Nursery and Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 8LU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Patcham Junior School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBN1 8TA

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

Patcham High School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayBN1 8PB

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Patcham Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN1 8WW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Varndean School

Secondary
📍1 miles awayBN1 6NP

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Coldean Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBN1 9EN

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Dorothy Stringer School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayBN1 6PZ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Balfour Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBN1 6NE

Last inspected: Feb 2020

⚠️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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