Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 4, 48a West Street
BN1 2RA
BRIGHTON
Current
C
78
Potential
C
78
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN1 2RA. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Estimated annual energy costs are £351, comprising £209 for heating, £88 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 4 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £351 are approximately £1449 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.3 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 BN1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £309/year less than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 15 Sept 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 4
48a West Street
BN1 2RA
BRIGHTON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
48.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
78 / 100
Potential: 78
CO₂ Emissions
1.3 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
148 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
15 Sept 2022
new dwelling
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 £451 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN1 postcode district contains over 34400 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£209.0/yr
Hot Water
£88/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£54/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Middle Street Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
St Paul's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Carlton Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2018
St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Queen's Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Brunswick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Stanford Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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: 418 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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Anti-social behaviour
368 incidents (25%)
violent crime
331 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
239 incidents (16%)
Public order
165 incidents (11%)
Theft
87 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.
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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.