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3 The Dell

HA6 2HY

NORTHWOOD

Current

D

62

Potential

C

73

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NORTHWOOD, HA6 2HY. The property offers 272m² (2928 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), 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. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £5098, comprising £4386 for heating, £411 for hot water, and £301 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2025 for £2,300,000.

How Does 3 The Dell Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this NORTHWOOD property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £5098 annually are £3298 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 272m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 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 HA6 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property62
Average60
+3% better
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vs NORTHWOOD

This property62
Average61
+2% better
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vs HA6

This property62
Average59
+5% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £4168/year more than the NORTHWOOD average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

C(73 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

3 The Dell

HA6 2HY

NORTHWOOD

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

272.0

9.0 total rooms

9.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 73

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CO₂ Emissions

11.0 tonnes/year

40 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

224 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Apr 2023

marketed sale

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About NORTHWOOD

NORTHWOOD is situated in Harrow, London. Properties in NORTHWOOD have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £3456 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The HA6 postcode district contains over 7400 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NORTHWOOD area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£2,300,000

7 January 2025

Type: Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

£4386.0/yr

Save £874/yr

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Hot Water

£411.0/yr

Save £186/yr

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Lighting

87.0% low energy

£301.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and underfloor heating, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 87% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Eastbury Farm Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayHA6 3DG

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Holywell Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayWD18 6LL

Last inspected: Apr 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Westfield Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayWD18 6NS

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

St Anthony's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayWD18 6BW

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Joseph Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWD19 7DW

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

Ascot Road Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayWD18 8AD

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Laurance Haines School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayWD18 0DD

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Frithwood Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayHA6 3NJ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 124 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:124 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:19 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Low Crime59 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

26 incidents (44%)

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Anti-social behaviour

12 incidents (20%)

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Public order

5 incidents (8%)

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Vehicle crime

5 incidents (8%)

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Burglary

3 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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