Energy Performance Certificate
Rear Flat, 27 Brownleaf Road
BN2 6LD
Brighton
Current
C
75
Potential
C
75
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in Brighton, BN2 6LD. The property offers 20m² (215 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £371, comprising £170 for heating, £174 for hot water, and £27 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Rear Flat, 27 Brownleaf Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this Brighton property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £371 are approximately £1429 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 20m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £6/year more than the Brighton average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Aug 2021
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Property Information
Full Address
Rear Flat, 27 Brownleaf Road
BN2 6LD
Brighton
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
20.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 75
CO₂ Emissions
1.4 tonnes/year
67 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
398 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Aug 2021
rental
About Brighton
Brighton is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in Brighton have an average EPC rating of C (score 76/100). The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£170.0/yr
Hot Water
£174.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£27.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Electric underfloor heating
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Longhill High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Woodingdean Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Bevendean Primary School and Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2019
City Academy Whitehawk
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Saltdean Primary 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: 490 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.