Energy Performance Certificate
65, Hill Drive
BN3 6QL
HOVE
Current
B
90
Potential
B
90
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in HOVE, BN3 6QL. The property offers 381m² (4101 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (90/100), 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £885, comprising £544 for heating, £222 for hot water, and £119 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2017 for £1,825,000.
How Does 65, Hill Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 90/100, this HOVE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £885 are approximately £915 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 381m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 2.5 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 BN3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOVE
vs BN3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 90/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £180/year more than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 6 Jun 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
65, Hill Drive
BN3 6QL
HOVE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
381.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
90 / 100
Potential: 90
CO₂ Emissions
2.5 tonnes/year
6 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
38 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Jun 2017
new dwelling
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. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£1,825,000
29 September 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£544.0/yr
Hot Water
£222.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£119.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m+é-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m+é-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m+é-¦K
Heating System
Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Westdene Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Aldrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Blatchington Mill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryKing's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
28 incidents (27%)
violent crime
27 incidents (26%)
Vehicle crime
9 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
7 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
7 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.