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Energy Performance Certificate

Flat 49, Argus Lofts

BN1 4AY

BRIGHTON

Current

D

62

Potential

C

79

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in BRIGHTON, BN1 4AY. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £2688, comprising £1758 for heating, £754 for hot water, and £176 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does Flat 49 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this BRIGHTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2688 annually are £888 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 111m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

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 property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BRIGHTON

This property62
Average61
+2% better
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vs BN1

This property62
Average59
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £2028/year more than the BRIGHTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(79 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 17 Aug 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 49

Argus Lofts

Robert Street

BN1 4AY

BRIGHTON

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Property Type

Maisonette

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

111.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 79

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CO₂ Emissions

3.8 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

202 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

17 Aug 2023

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). Heating costs are £1098 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. 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

Room heaters, electric

£1758.0/yr

Save £989/yr

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Hot Water

£754/yr

Save £436/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£176/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

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 Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Carlton Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN2 9HS

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayBN1 4GP

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

Good

St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBN1 3EF

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Queen's Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBN2 0BN

Last inspected: Sept 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

St Luke's Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayBN2 9ZF

Last inspected: Oct 2013

Outstanding

Stanford Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayBN1 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

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: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 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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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.

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