Energy Performance Certificate
8, Princes Square
BN3 4GE
HOVE
Current
F
30
Potential
C
73
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,621
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,937
potential per year
This property costs approximately £2,821 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £2,684 annually.
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🏛️ BUS Grant
£7,500
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Cavity Wall Insulation
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Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in HOVE, BN3 4GE. The property offers 316m² (3401 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. Currently rated F (30/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £4621, comprising £4174 for heating, £246 for hot water, and £201 for lighting. The property produces 23.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2015 for £1,280,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 30 May 2014
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Single glazed
📦 Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
8, Princes Square
BN3 4GE
HOVE
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
316.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
23.0 tonnes/year
72 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
372 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in HOVE
HOVE properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (BN3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£4174 /yr
Save £2519/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£246 /yr
Save £75/yr with improvements
💡 Lighting
14.0% low energy
£201 /yr
Save £90/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.
£1,280,000
D
Feb 2015
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
West Hove Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
Hove Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Brunswick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Goldstone Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 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: 475 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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.
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