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20, Barn Owl Close

NN4 0RQ

NORTHAMPTON

Current

C

70

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN4 0RQ. The property offers 100m² (1076 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £700, comprising £491 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £90 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 20, Barn Owl Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £700 are approximately £1100 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 100m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.2 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 NN4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property70
Average60
+17% better
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property70
Average63
+11% better
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vs NN4

This property70
Average65
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £12/year less 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(70 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 26 Jun 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Barn Owl Close

NN4 0RQ

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

100.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

70 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

32 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

169 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

26 Jun 2012

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). Heating costs are £221 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. 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

£491/yr

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Hot Water

£119/yr

Save £42/yr

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Lighting

27.0% low energy

£90/yr

Save £38/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, 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

Low energy lighting in 27% of fixed outlets

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Simon de Senlis Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayNN4 0PH

Last inspected: Feb 2018

Good

Abbeyfield School

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayNN4 8BU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

East Hunsbury Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN4 0QW

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

The Abbey Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN4 8AZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Wootton Park School

All-through
📍0.6 miles awayNN4 0JA

Last inspected: Jul 2019

Outstanding

Hunsbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN4 9RR

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Queen Eleanor Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN4 8NN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Delapre Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN4 8JA

Last inspected: Jul 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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Area Safety

Above Average125 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has slightly above average crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

46 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

38 incidents (30%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (8%)

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Theft

6 incidents (5%)

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Public order

6 incidents (5%)

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.

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