Energy Performance Certificate
40, West Cotton Close
NN4 8BY
NORTHAMPTON
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN4 8BY. The property offers 59mยฒ (635 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 ยฃ420, comprising ยฃ150 for heating, ยฃ210 for hot water, and ยฃ60 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for ยฃ137,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 40, West Cotton Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of ยฃ420 are approximately ยฃ1380 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 59mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. CO2 emissions of 2.2 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 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: ยฃ292/year less than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 14 Feb 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
40, West Cotton Close
NN4 8BY
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
59.0 mยฒ
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
COโ Emissions
2.2 tonnes/year
38 kg/mยฒ
Energy Consumption
227 kWh/mยฒ/year
Last Inspected
14 Feb 2020
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. Heating costs are ยฃ562 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The NN4 postcode district contains over 16500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
ยฃ137,000
21 January 2021
Type: Flat
vs previous sale
ยฃ117,000
9 March 2016
Type: Flat
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 17.1% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, electric
ยฃ150.0/yr
Hot Water
ยฃ210.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ60.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, electric
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights โNearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Delapre Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Spring Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
The Abbey Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Abbeyfield School
SecondaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
Hunsbury Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
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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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.