Energy Performance Certificate
5, Roedean Heights
BN2 5SA
BRIGHTON
Current
D
62
Potential
D
65
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 5SA. The property offers 277.56m² (2988 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1418, comprising £1033 for heating, £153 for hot water, and £232 for lighting. The property produces 9.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2018 for £1,300,000. 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 5, Roedean Heights Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BRIGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1418 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 277.56m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 9.4 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
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 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £758/year more than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Apr 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
5, Roedean Heights
BN2 5SA
BRIGHTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
277.56 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 65
CO₂ Emissions
9.4 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
227 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Apr 2009
rental (private)
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 £373 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,300,000
8 February 2018
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1033.0/yr
Hot Water
£153/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£232/yr
Save £116/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Mark's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
City Academy Whitehawk
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Luke's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2013
Longhill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Queen's Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Elm Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Woodingdean Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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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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.