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21 Aynsley Court, Wilbury Avenue

BN3 6FX

HOVE

Current

C

75

Potential

B

83

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in HOVE, BN3 6FX. The property offers 52m² (560 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). 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%. 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 £413, comprising £144 for heating, £197 for hot water, and £72 for lighting. The property produces 2.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 21 Aynsley Court Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this HOVE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £413 are approximately £1387 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 52m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to 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 BN3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs HOVE

This property75
Average60
+25% better
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vs BN3

This property75
Average59
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £292/year less than the HOVE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(75 points)

Potential Rating

B(83 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Jul 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

21 Aynsley Court

Wilbury Avenue

BN3 6FX

HOVE

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

52.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

unknown

Efficiency Score

75 / 100

Potential: 83

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CO₂ Emissions

2.0 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

217 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Jul 2013

none of the above

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About HOVE

HOVE is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in HOVE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £561 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£144.0/yr

Save £13/yr

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Hot Water

£197.0/yr

Save £87/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£72.0/yr

Save £36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBN3 6NB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayBN3 6ND

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Brunswick Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBN3 1RP

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN3 3YT

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Stanford Infant School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN1 5PS

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Stanford Junior School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN3 7QA

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayBN3 7BN

Last inspected: Dec 2021

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

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:75 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnetVodafone

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.

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