Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 17, Grand Ocean
BN2 8BU
BRIGHTON
Current
C
76
Potential
C
76
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 8BU. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1240, comprising £762 for heating, £419 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 0.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 17 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1240 are approximately £560 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 0.9 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 BN2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £580/year more than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 17
Grand Ocean
Longridge Avenue
BN2 8BU
BRIGHTON
Property Type
Flat
Not Recorded
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Floor Area
84.0 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
76 / 100
Potential: 76
CO₂ Emissions
0.9 tonnes/year
11 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
121 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Sept 2025
marketed sale
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. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£762.0/yr
Hot Water
£419.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Saltdean Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Telscombe Cliffs Academy
PrimaryPeacehaven Heights Academy
PrimaryPeacehaven Community School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Longhill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 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) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
18 incidents (42%)
Anti-social behaviour
13 incidents (30%)
Public order
3 incidents (7%)
Criminal damage
2 incidents (5%)
Theft
2 incidents (5%)
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.