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Rear Basement Flat, 48 Brunswick Square

BN3 1EF

HOVE

Current

D

62

Potential

D

63

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in HOVE, BN3 1EF. The property offers 48.33mยฒ (520 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. 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 ยฃ400-ยฃ600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ605, comprising ยฃ500 for heating, ยฃ71 for hot water, and ยฃ34 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does Rear Basement Flat Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this HOVE property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ605 are approximately ยฃ1195 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 48.33mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. At 3.1 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 BN3 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 HOVE

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs BN3

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: ยฃ100/year less than the HOVE average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

D(63 points)

Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

Rear Basement Flat

48 Brunswick Square

BN3 1EF

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

48.33 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

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Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 63

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

64 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

380 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

24 Sept 2009

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). Heating costs are ยฃ205 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

ยฃ500.0/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ71.0/yr

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Lighting

60.0% low energy

ยฃ34.0/yr

Save ยฃ10/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Very Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 60% of fixed outlets

Good
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External Wall Insulation

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Double Glazing

Your windows are rated Very Poor. Modern A-rated double glazing reduces drafts and heat loss.

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brunswick Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.4 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 Paul's CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขBN1 3LP

Last inspected: Mar 2023

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Middle Street Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBN1 1AL

Last inspected: Dec 2018

โœ“Good

St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.8 miles awayโ€ขBN3 3YT

Last inspected: Mar 2019

โœ“Good

Cardinal Newman Catholic School

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขBN3 6ND

Last inspected: May 2023

โœ“Good

Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.9 miles awayโ€ขBN3 6NB

Last inspected: Feb 2023

โœ“Good

Stanford Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“1 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

โšกSuperfast Broadband

Average download speed: 165 Mbps

โœ“ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:165 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:25 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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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