Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 34 Jacqueline Du Pre Court, Somerset Street
BN2 1HY
BRIGHTON
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 1HY. The property offers 35.5m² (382 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £298, comprising £170 for heating, £107 for hot water, and £21 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 34 Jacqueline Du Pre Court Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this BRIGHTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £298 are approximately £1502 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 35.5m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 BN2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN2
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: £362/year less than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 31 Jul 2009
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 34 Jacqueline Du Pre Court
Somerset Street
BN2 1HY
BRIGHTON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
35.5 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
1.2 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
202 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
31 Jul 2009
rental (social)
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 £490 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£170.0/yr
Hot Water
£107.0/yr
Lighting
80.0% low energy
£21.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Queen's Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Carlton Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
St Luke's Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2013
St Mark's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Elm Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Middle Street Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
City Academy Whitehawk
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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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.