Energy Performance Certificate
38 Vega Building, 331 Kingsway
BN3 4AY
HOVE
Current
B
84
Potential
B
85
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in HOVE, BN3 4AY. The property offers 95m² (1023 sq ft) of good-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Estimated annual energy costs are £425, comprising £270 for heating, £91 for hot water, and £64 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does 38 Vega Building Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this HOVE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £425 are approximately £1375 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 95m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 84/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £280/year less than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Jan 2013
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Property Information
Full Address
38 Vega Building
331 Kingsway
BN3 4AY
HOVE
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
95.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
NO DATA!
Efficiency Score
84 / 100
Potential: 85
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
64 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Jan 2013
marketed sale
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 £435 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£270.0/yr
Hot Water
£91.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£64.0/yr
Save £13/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.18 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m?K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
NO DATA!
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hove Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
West Hove Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
St Peter's Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Benfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Goldstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Brackenbury Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
St Nicolas CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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: 500 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 2026Anti-social behaviour
81 incidents (28%)
violent crime
70 incidents (24%)
Shoplifting
35 incidents (12%)
Public order
27 incidents (9%)
Theft
19 incidents (7%)
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.