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Energy Performance Certificate

5, Laburnum Close

BN15 8QA

LANCING

Current

C

70

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached maisonette is located in LANCING, BN15 8QA. The property offers 67m² (721 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £557, comprising £405 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 5, Laburnum Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LANCING property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £557 are approximately £1243 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 BN15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs LANCING

This property70
Average59
+19% better
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vs BN15

This property70
Average59
+19% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £139/year less than the LANCING average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(70 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

5, Laburnum Close

BN15 8QA

LANCING

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Property Type

Maisonette

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

67.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

203 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Oct 2018

rental

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About LANCING

LANCING is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in LANCING have an average EPC rating of D (score 59/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £291 below the LANCING average, offering good value. The BN15 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£405.0/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

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Lighting

89.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 89% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Globe Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN15 9NZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Seaside Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN15 8DL
?Not yet rated

The Sir Robert Woodard Academy

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayBN15 9QZ

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Sompting Village Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBN15 0BU

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

North Lancing Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBN15 0PT

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayBN11 2JX

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Lyndhurst Infant School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBN11 2DG

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Chesswood Junior School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayBN11 2AA

Last inspected: Sept 2023

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

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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

Above Average123 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

39 incidents (32%)

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violent crime

35 incidents (28%)

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Criminal damage

14 incidents (11%)

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Public order

12 incidents (10%)

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Theft

7 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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