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21a, Upper Market Street

BN3 1AS

HOVE

Current

D

59

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in HOVE, BN3 1AS. The property offers 58.56m² (630 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. 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 C rating (69/100). 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £672, comprising £547 for heating, £89 for hot water, and £36 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 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 21a, Upper Market Street Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this HOVE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £672 are approximately £1128 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 58.56m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 BN3 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 HOVE

This property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs BN3

This property59
Average59
At average

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: £33/year less than the HOVE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Feb 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

21a, Upper Market Street

BN3 1AS

HOVE

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

58.56

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

382 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Feb 2009

rental (private)

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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). The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties. Like many HOVE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£547.0/yr

Save £129/yr

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Hot Water

£89/yr

Save £15/yr

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Lighting

83.0% low energy

£36/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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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 83% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brunswick Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN3 1RP

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 3EF

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayBN3 6ND

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN3 6NB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Stanford Junior School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN1 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN3 3YT

Last inspected: Mar 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: 409 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:409 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:163 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 Crime1257 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

305 incidents (24%)

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Anti-social behaviour

300 incidents (24%)

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Shoplifting

207 incidents (16%)

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Public order

131 incidents (10%)

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Theft

77 incidents (6%)

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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