Energy Performance Certificate
69, Addison Road
BN3 1TS
HOVE
Current
D
56
Potential
D
66
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in HOVE, BN3 1TS. The property offers 140.34m² (1511 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), 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 for improved thermal efficiency. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1172, comprising £910 for heating, £125 for hot water, and £137 for lighting. The property produces 7.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2019 for £809,000.
How Does 69, Addison Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this HOVE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1172 are approximately £628 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 140.34m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.5 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 BN3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOVE
vs BN3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £467/year more than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
69, Addison Road
BN3 1TS
HOVE
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
140.34 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
56 / 100
Potential: 66
CO₂ Emissions
7.5 tonnes/year
54 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
276 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Jun 2010
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). Heating costs are £205 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£809,000
1 February 2019
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£910.0/yr
Save £177/yr
Hot Water
£125.0/yr
Lighting
17.0% low energy
£137.0/yr
Save £62/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
Suspended, 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
Low energy lighting in 17% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Brunswick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Stanford Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Cardinal Newman Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
Stanford Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2022
Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
340 incidents (25%)
violent crime
322 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
234 incidents (17%)
Public order
143 incidents (10%)
Theft
76 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.
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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.