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45, The Headlands

NN3 2PB

NORTHAMPTON

Current

D

56

Potential

D

56

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN3 2PB. The property offers 88.8m² (956 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (56/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property benefits from a highly efficient gas central heating system, likely a modern condensing boiler achieving 90%+ efficiency. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs £8,000-£14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £935, comprising £780 for heating, £100 for hot water, and £55 for lighting. The property produces 4.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2017 for £265,000. 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 45, The Headlands Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 56/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £935 are approximately £865 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 88.8m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NN3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property56
Average60
-7% below
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property56
Average63
-11% below
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vs NN3

This property56
Average63
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 56/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £223/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(56 points)

Potential Rating

D(56 points)

Based on assessment dated 1 Feb 2010

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Property Information

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Full Address

45, The Headlands

NN3 2PB

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

88.8

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

56 / 100

Potential: 56

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CO₂ Emissions

4.9 tonnes/year

55 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

331 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

1 Feb 2010

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 NN3 postcode district contains over 22700 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NORTHAMPTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£265,000

12 December 2017

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£780.0/yr

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Hot Water

£100.0/yr

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Lighting

80.0% low energy

£55.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

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

Very Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Weston Favell CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNN3 3HH

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

Headlands Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayNN3 2NS

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Cedar Road Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN3 2JF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Eastfield Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN3 2RJ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Bridgewater Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNN3 3AF

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Weston Favell Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayNN3 3EZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNN3 2AX

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

The Arbours Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN3 3QF

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Outstanding

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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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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