What is the average EPC rating in BN3 8?

The average EPC rating in BN3 8 is band C. This is based on 2,156 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.

How many properties in BN3 8 need energy improvements?

54% of properties in BN3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% 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 (23,033 properties), internal or external wall insulation (19,892 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (15,653 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in BN3 8

2,156 properties in BN3 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of C—above the BN3 average. 54% of homes are rated D-G. 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

2,156

Band A-C

46%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

54%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across BN3 8.

A0%

B3%

C43%

D41%

E12%

F1%

G0%

Energy efficiency in BN3 8 is typical for the BN3 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Amberley Drive House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Hardwick Road Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Sunninghill Close Bungalow•Today	Bungalow	D	Today	View report
Northease Drive House•Today	House	D	Today	View report
Hangleton Gardens House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Cowdens Close House•Today	House	C	Today	View report
Spencer Avenue House•Today	House	E	Today	View report
Sherbourne Close Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Hardwick Way Flat•Today	Flat	C	Today	View report
Hangleton Lane House•Today	House	B	Today	View report

Common improvements in BN3

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
23033 occurrences · Code 35
2
Internal or external wall insulation
19892 occurrences · Code 7
3
Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazed windows
15653 occurrences · Code 8
4
Cavity wall insulation
11941 occurrences · Code 6
5
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
11628 occurrences · Code 34

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about BN3 8

: The average EPC rating in BN3 8 is band C. This is based on 2,156 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Brighton and Hove.
: 54% of properties in BN3 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 46% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in BN3 are low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (23,033 properties), internal or external wall insulation (19,892 properties), and replace single glazed windows with low-e double glazed windows (15,653 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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