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Energy Performance Certificate

8, Clarence Square

BN1 2ED

BRIGHTON

Current

C

79

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in BRIGHTON, BN1 2ED. The property offers 86.75m² (934 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £456, comprising £284 for heating, £95 for hot water, and £77 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2023 for £425,000, with 4 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 8, Clarence Square Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £456 are approximately £1344 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 2.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BN1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property79
Average61
+30% better
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vs BN1

This property79
Average59
+34% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £204/year less than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 23 Apr 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

8, Clarence Square

BN1 2ED

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

86.75

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

25 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

152 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

23 Apr 2009

rental (private)

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About BRIGHTON

BRIGHTON is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in BRIGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £376 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN1 postcode district contains over 34400 registered properties. Like many BRIGHTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£425,000

15 September 2023

Type: Flat

+£57,000(+15.5%)

vs previous sale

£368,000

27 September 2019

Type: Flat

+£53,000(+16.8%)

vs previous sale

£315,000

8 February 2018

Type: Flat

+£30,000(+10.5%)

vs previous sale

£285,000

30 October 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 4 times since 2015. Value has increased by 49.1% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£284.0/yr

Save £8/yr

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Hot Water

£95/yr

Save £5/yr

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Lighting

25.0% low energy

£77/yr

Save £33/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 25% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayBN1 3EF

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

Brunswick Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN3 1RP

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 4GP

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Carlton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN2 9HS

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Stanford Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN1 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Queen's Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN2 0BN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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: 484 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:484 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:194 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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