Energy Performance Certificate
16a Billing Road
NN1 5AW
NORTHAMPTON
Current
D
68
Potential
C
73
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN1 5AW. The property offers 218m² (2347 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (73/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1640, comprising £1416 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £114 for lighting. The property produces 7.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2015 for £400,000.
How Does 16a Billing Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1640 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 218m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.7 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NN1 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHAMPTON
vs NN1
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £928/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
16a Billing Road
NN1 5AW
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
218.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
unknown
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 73
CO₂ Emissions
7.7 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
200 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
12 Nov 2014
new dwelling
About NORTHAMPTON
NORTHAMPTON is situated in Northamptonshire, East Midlands. Properties in NORTHAMPTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £704 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NN1 postcode district contains over 15200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£400,000
13 March 2015
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler & underfloor, mains gas
£1416/yr
Hot Water
£110/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£114/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 1.66 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K
Windows
Single glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.17 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler & underfloor, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Vernon Terrace Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Barry Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Stimpson Avenue Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Northampton International Academy
All-throughLast inspected: Feb 2022
Northampton School for Boys
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2014
Spring Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Abington Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 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: 500 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
247 incidents (32%)
Anti-social behaviour
186 incidents (24%)
Public order
54 incidents (7%)
Theft
49 incidents (6%)
Criminal damage
43 incidents (6%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.