Energy Performance Certificate
63 Hill Brow
BN3 6DD
HOVE
Current
B
84
Potential
B
84
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOVE, BN3 6DD. The property offers 551m² (5931 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (84/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3081, comprising £2731 for heating, £129 for hot water, and £221 for lighting. The property produces 6.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2022 for £2,900,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 63 Hill Brow Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 84/100, this HOVE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Energy costs of £3081 annually are £1281 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 551m², 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 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: £2376/year more than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 25 Nov 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
63 Hill Brow
BN3 6DD
HOVE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
551.0 m²
11.0 total rooms
11.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
84 / 100
Potential: 84
CO₂ Emissions
6.6 tonnes/year
12 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
69 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
25 Nov 2022
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 £2026 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the HOVE area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£2,900,000
16 December 2022
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£905,000
12 December 2019
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 220.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2731.0/yr
Hot Water
£129/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£221/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, with internal insulation
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas, Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Westdene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Blatchington Mill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Aldrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryKing's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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: 483 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
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
25 incidents (30%)
Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (27%)
Vehicle crime
9 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
6 incidents (7%)
Theft
6 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.