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Energy Performance Certificate

FLAT 2, RUSTON HEIGHTS

BN1 5BJ

BRIGHTON

Current

C

77

Potential

C

77

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN1 5BJ. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (77/100), 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1040, comprising £689 for heating, £235 for hot water, and £116 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does FLAT 2 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 77/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1040 are approximately £760 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 145m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).

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 property77
Average60
+28% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property77
Average61
+26% better
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vs BN1

This property77
Average59
+31% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 77/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £380/year more than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(77 points)

Potential Rating

C(77 points)

Based on assessment dated 26 Mar 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

FLAT 2

RUSTON HEIGHTS

24 WITHDEAN AVENUE

BN1 5BJ

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

Flat

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

145.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

77 / 100

Potential: 77

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

201 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Mar 2021

marketed sale

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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. The BN1 postcode district contains over 34400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric underfloor heating

£689.0/yr

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Hot Water

£235/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£116/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric underfloor heating

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBN1 6UT

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN3 7QA

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN3 6NB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBN3 6ND

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Dorothy Stringer School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 6PZ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Stanford Infant School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN1 5PS

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Westdene Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN1 5GN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Aldrington CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayBN3 7QD

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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: 423 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:423 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:169 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime156 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

46 incidents (29%)

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violent crime

40 incidents (26%)

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Vehicle crime

12 incidents (8%)

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Theft

11 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

9 incidents (6%)

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.

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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