What is the average EPC rating in BN1 8?

The average EPC rating in BN1 8 is band D. This is based on 3,942 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.

How many properties in BN1 8 need energy improvements?

65% of properties in BN1 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BN1?

Common EPC improvements recommended in the BN1 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BN1 8

3,942 properties in BN1 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BN1 average. 65% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of BN1 in Brighton and Hove. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,942

Band A-C

35%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

65%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BN1 8.

A0%

B3%

C31%

D49%

E14%

F2%

G0%

Most properties in BN1 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BN1 include insulation, heating system upgrades, and double glazing.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Devils Dyke Farm Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Standean Farm House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Lyminster Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Old Patcham Mews House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wilmington Way Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	C	1 months ago	View report
Fernhurst Crescent Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
The Woodlands Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
Lyminster Avenue House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Patchdean House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Dale Crescent House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BN1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
19963 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
17990 occurrences · Code 7
3
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
15112 occurrences · Code 34
4
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows
13290 occurrences · Code 8
5
Solar water heating
12055 occurrences · Code 19

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BN1 8

: The average EPC rating in BN1 8 is band D. This is based on 3,942 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.
: 65% of properties in BN1 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 35% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: Common EPC improvements recommended in the BN1 area include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, upgrading to a more efficient boiler, installing double glazing, and switching to LED lighting. The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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