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Energy Performance Certificate

17 Arrow Head Road

NN4 8TB

NORTHAMPTON

Current

C

78

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN4 8TB. The property offers 94m² (1012 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. 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 (88/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £851, comprising £578 for heating, £208 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 17 Arrow Head Road 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 £851 are approximately £949 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 94m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NN4 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 NN4

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: £139/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(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 16 Jul 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

17 Arrow Head Road

NN4 8TB

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

94.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

78 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

123 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

16 Jul 2025

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. The NN4 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£578.0/yr

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Hot Water

£208.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Poor
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Excellent lighting efficiency

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNN4 8SW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Outstanding

Hunsbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN4 9RR

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Delapre Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNN4 8JA

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Queen Eleanor Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN4 8NN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Upton Meadows Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN5 4EZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

St James Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN5 7AG

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Millway Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNN5 6ES

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Abbeyfield School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayNN4 8BU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

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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