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Energy Performance Certificate

7a, Chailey Avenue

BN2 7GH

Brighton

Current

D

60

Potential

D

66

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in Brighton, BN2 7GH. The property offers 59m² (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of D (60/100), 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. 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 £1132, comprising £922 for heating, £168 for hot water, and £42 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 7a Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 60/100, this Brighton property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1132 are approximately £668 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 59m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 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 BN2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property60
Average60
At average
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vs Brighton

This property60
Average76
-21% below
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vs BN2

This property60
Average61
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 60/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £767/year more than the Brighton average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(60 points)

Potential Rating

D(66 points)

Based on assessment dated 14 Oct 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

7a

Chailey Avenue

Rottingdean

BN2 7GH

Brighton

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2025

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Floor Area

59.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

60 / 100

Potential: 66

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CO₂ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

53 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

290 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

14 Oct 2025

not sale or rental

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About Brighton

Brighton is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in Brighton have an average EPC rating of C (score 76/100). There is potential to improve this property's energy efficiency to match local standards. Heating costs are £557 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 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

£922.0/yr

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Hot Water

£168.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£42.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.32 W/m-¦K

Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.75 W/m-¦K

Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 2.2 W/m-¦K

Very Poor
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

Gas: mains gas

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBN2 7HB

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Our Lady of Lourdes RC School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN2 7HA

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Saltdean Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 8HB

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Longhill High School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayBN2 7FR

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Telscombe Cliffs Academy

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayBN10 7DE
?Not yet rated

Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍2 miles awayBN2 6RH

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Peacehaven Heights Academy

Primary
📍2.2 miles awayBN10 7QY
?Not yet rated

Woodingdean Primary School

Primary
📍2.4 miles awayBN2 6BB

Last inspected: Mar 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: 493 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:493 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:197 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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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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