Energy Performance Certificate
3 The Briars
NN4 8SP
NORTHAMPTON
Current
C
74
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN4 8SP. The property offers 79m² (850 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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. 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 £930, comprising £579 for heating, £292 for hot water, and £59 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2020 for £155,000.
How Does 3 The Briars Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £930 are approximately £870 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. CO2 emissions of 1.8 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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHAMPTON
vs NN4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £218/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
3 The Briars
NN4 8SP
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
79.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
1.8 tonnes/year
23 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
133 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Sept 2025
marketed sale
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.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£155,000
13 March 2020
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£579.0/yr
Hot Water
£292.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£59.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Timber frame, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Excellent lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Delapre Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Hunsbury Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Abbeyfield School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
The Abbey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
St James Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Simon de Senlis Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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
106 incidents (31%)
Anti-social behaviour
92 incidents (27%)
Theft
28 incidents (8%)
Criminal damage
22 incidents (6%)
Shoplifting
20 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.
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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.