What is the average EPC rating in BN3 5?

The average EPC rating in BN3 5 is band D. This is based on 4,196 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.

How many properties in BN3 5 need energy improvements?

62% of properties in BN3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in BN3?

The most frequently recommended improvements in BN3 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (23,153 properties), internal or external wall insulation (19,892 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (16,086 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BN3 5

4,196 properties in BN3 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the BN3 average. 62% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of BN3 in Brighton and Hove. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

4,196

Band A-C

38%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

62%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BN3 5.

A0%

B7%

C31%

D43%

E15%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in BN3 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in BN3 include low energy lighting for all fixed outlets and internal or external wall insulation.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
GROUND FLOOR FLAT Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Ingram Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Modena Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Sheridan Terrace Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Portland Road Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	D	1 months ago	View report
Cowper Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Rutland Road Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Linton Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brickfields Maisonette•1 months ago	Maisonette	B	1 months ago	View report
Ground Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in BN3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
23153 occurrences · Code H
2
Internal or external wall insulation
19892 occurrences · Code C
3
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows
16086 occurrences · Code F
4
Cavity wall insulation
12296 occurrences · Code B
5
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11999 occurrences · Code M

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BN3 5

: The average EPC rating in BN3 5 is band D. This is based on 4,196 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.
: 62% of properties in BN3 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 38% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BN3 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (23,153 properties), internal or external wall insulation (19,892 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (16,086 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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