Energy Performance Certificate
21b Holmes Avenue
BN3 7LB
HOVE
Current
B
82
Potential
A
94
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOVE, BN3 7LB. The property offers 92m² (990 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (82/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (94/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £683, comprising £309 for heating, £288 for hot water, and £86 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in May 2023 for £675,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 21b Holmes Avenue Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 82/100, this HOVE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £683 are approximately £1117 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 92m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOVE
vs BN3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 82/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £22/year less than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Jan 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
21b Holmes Avenue
BN3 7LB
HOVE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
92.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
82 / 100
Potential: 94
CO₂ Emissions
1.6 tonnes/year
17 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
101 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jan 2023
new dwelling
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 £396 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£675,000
5 May 2023
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£283,000
22 December 2021
Type: O
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 138.5% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
£309.0/yr
Hot Water
£288/yr
Save £116/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£86/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.1 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, Underfloor heating, pipes in screed above insulation, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Goldstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Blatchington Mill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Aldrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Hove Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
West Hove Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
Hangleton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 489 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
93 incidents (29%)
Anti-social behaviour
73 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
34 incidents (11%)
Public order
26 incidents (8%)
Theft
25 incidents (8%)
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.
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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.