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1 Dent Close

NN5 6GP

NORTHAMPTON

Current

C

78

Potential

B

85

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN5 6GP. The property offers 142m² (1528 sq ft) of spacious living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (78/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (85/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £717, comprising £488 for heating, £127 for hot water, and £102 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2023 for £340,000.

How Does 1 Dent Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 78/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £717 are approximately £1083 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 142m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.3 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 NN5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property78
Average60
+30% better
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property78
Average63
+24% better
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vs NN5

This property78
Average65
+20% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 78/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £5/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(78 points)

Potential Rating

B(85 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 22 Jul 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

1 Dent Close

NN5 6GP

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

142.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 85

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

131 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

22 Jul 2022

marketed sale

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About NORTHAMPTON

NORTHAMPTON is situated in Northamptonshire, East Midlands. Properties in NORTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £224 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The NN5 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£340,000

4 August 2023

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£488.0/yr

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Hot Water

£127.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£102.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

The Duston School

All-through
📍0.4 miles awayNN5 6XA

Last inspected: Jun 2021

Good

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNN5 4UL

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Duston Eldean Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNN5 6PP

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Harpole Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN7 4DP

Last inspected: Jan 2019

Good

Hopping Hill Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN5 6DT

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Millway Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNN5 6ES

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Upton Meadows Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayNN5 4EZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Kislingbury Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayNN7 4AQ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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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