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Rear Basement Flat, 43 Lansdowne Place

BN3 1HF

HOVE

Current

C

73

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in HOVE, BN3 1HF. The property offers 36mยฒ (388 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 ยฃ355, comprising ยฃ252 for heating, ยฃ74 for hot water, and ยฃ29 for lighting. The property produces 1.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Rear Basement Flat Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this HOVE property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of ยฃ355 are approximately ยฃ1445 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 36mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. 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 BN3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs HOVE

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs BN3

This property73
Average59
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ350/year less than the HOVE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(73 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Sept 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

Rear Basement Flat

43 Lansdowne Place

BN3 1HF

HOVE

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

36.0 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

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Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 73

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

1.3 tonnes/year

37 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

210 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

27 Sept 2018

rental (private)

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About HOVE

HOVE is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in HOVE have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are ยฃ453 below the HOVE average, offering good value. The BN3 postcode district contains over 36100 registered properties. Like many HOVE properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ252.0/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ74/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ29/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with internal insulation

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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๐Ÿ“Š Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brunswick Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขBN3 1RP

Last inspected: Jun 2018

โœ“Good

St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขBN1 3EF

Last inspected: Nov 2019

โœ“Good

St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขBN3 3YT

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

St Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBN3 6NB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBN3 6ND

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

โœ“Good

Stanford Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขBN1 5PR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

โœ“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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 481 Mbps

โšก Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:481 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:72 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnetVodafone

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 Crime1047 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

260 incidents (25%)

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Anti-social behaviour

240 incidents (23%)

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Shoplifting

196 incidents (19%)

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Public order

107 incidents (10%)

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Theft

63 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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