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Energy Performance Certificate

20, Appledore Road

BN2 4PS

BRIGHTON

Current

C

76

Potential

C

80

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 4PS. The property offers 40.73m² (438 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £402, comprising £246 for heating, £122 for hot water, and £34 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 20, Appledore Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £402 are approximately £1398 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40.73m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 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 BN2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property76
Average61
+25% better
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vs BN2

This property76
Average61
+25% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £258/year less 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(76 points)

Potential Rating

C(80 points)

Based on assessment dated 18 Jul 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Appledore Road

BN2 4PS

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

40.73

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 80

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CO₂ Emissions

1.8 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

260 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 Jul 2009

rental (social)

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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 £414 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the BRIGHTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£246.0/yr

Save £10/yr

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Hot Water

£122.0/yr

Save £36/yr

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Lighting

33.0% low energy

£34.0/yr

Save £14/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Moulsecoomb Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBN2 4PA
?Not yet rated

Brighton Aldridge Community Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayBN1 9PW

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Bevendean Primary School and Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN2 4JP

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Coldean Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN1 9EN

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Hertford Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBN1 7FP

Last inspected: Mar 2020

⚠️Requires improvement

Coombe Road Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayBN2 4BP

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBN1 7BF

Last inspected: Dec 2022

Good

Hertford Infant School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBN1 7GF

Last inspected: Feb 2019

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: 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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