Energy Performance Certificate
Apartment 41 The Chrome Works, 2, Goldstone Lane
BN3 7RJ
HOVE
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in HOVE, BN3 7RJ. The property offers 47m² (506 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. Estimated annual energy costs are £329, comprising £52 for heating, £241 for hot water, and £36 for lighting. The property produces 0.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Apartment 41 The Chrome Works Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this HOVE property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £329 are approximately £1471 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 47m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.6 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 BN3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOVE
vs BN3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £376/year less than the HOVE average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 3 Nov 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
Apartment 41 The Chrome Works
2, Goldstone Lane
BN3 7RJ
HOVE
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
47.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
0.6 tonnes/year
13 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
77 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
3 Nov 2018
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. Heating costs are £653 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, electric
£52.0/yr
Hot Water
£241/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£36/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.20 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, 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
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2021
Aldrington CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Blatchington Mill School
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Cardinal Newman Catholic School
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2023
West Hove Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2013
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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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.