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Energy Performance Certificate

3, West Cotton Close

NN4 8BX

NORTHAMPTON

Current

D

59

Potential

D

62

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached flat is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN4 8BX. The property offers 65m² (700 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The oil-fired central heating has poor efficiency. Oil boilers are more expensive to run than gas and have higher carbon emissions. Consider switching to a heat pump (eligible for £7,500 BUS grant) for significant long-term savings. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1049, comprising £629 for heating, £324 for hot water, and £96 for lighting. The property produces 3.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2017 for £123,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 3, West Cotton Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1049 are approximately £751 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.0 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 property59
Average60
-2% below
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property59
Average63
-6% below
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vs NN4

This property59
Average65
-9% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £337/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(59 points)

Potential Rating

D(62 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Mar 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, West Cotton Close

NN4 8BX

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Flat

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2003-2006

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Floor Area

65.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

59 / 100

Potential: 62

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CO₂ Emissions

3.0 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

272 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Mar 2020

rental (private)

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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). The NN4 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£123,500

3 February 2017

Type: Flat

+£18,500(+17.6%)

vs previous sale

£105,000

2 February 2015

Type: Flat

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 17.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, electric

£629.0/yr

Save £8/yr

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Hot Water

£324.0/yr

Save £52/yr

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Lighting

38.0% low energy

£96.0/yr

Save £37/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 38% of fixed outlets

Average

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Queen Eleanor Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNN4 8NN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Delapre Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNN4 8JA

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Spring Lane Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN1 2JW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN4 8SW

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Outstanding

The Abbey Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN4 8AZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Abbeyfield School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayNN4 8BU

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Castle Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN1 2TR

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Hunsbury Park Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN4 9RR

Last inspected: Sept 2022

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: 440 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:440 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:176 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

Higher Crime595 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

190 incidents (32%)

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Anti-social behaviour

138 incidents (23%)

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Public order

45 incidents (8%)

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Theft

40 incidents (7%)

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Criminal damage

39 incidents (7%)

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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