Energy Performance Certificate
47 Downs Valley Road
BN2 6RG
BRIGHTON
Current
C
71
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 6RG. The property offers 189m² (2034 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £2241, comprising £1818 for heating, £206 for hot water, and £217 for lighting. The property produces 5.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 47 Downs Valley Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2241 are close to the UK average. At 189m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1581/year more than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
47 Downs Valley Road
BN2 6RG
BRIGHTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
189.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.8 tonnes/year
30 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
172 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Apr 2024
marketed sale
About BRIGHTON
BRIGHTON is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in BRIGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1158 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1818.0/yr
Save £356/yr
Hot Water
£206/yr
Lighting
82.0% low energy
£217/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 82% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Woodingdean Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Longhill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Bevendean Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
City Academy Whitehawk
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Saltdean Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
17 incidents (37%)
violent crime
9 incidents (20%)
Theft
5 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
4 incidents (9%)
Vehicle crime
4 incidents (9%)
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.