Energy Performance Certificate
65 Brunel Drive, Upton
NN5 4AF
NORTHAMPTON
Current
C
75
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN5 4AF. The property offers 57m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £700, comprising £485 for heating, £163 for hot water, and £52 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2015 for £148,750.
How Does 65 Brunel Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £700 are approximately £1100 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 NN5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHAMPTON
vs NN5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £12/year less than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Sept 2025
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Property Information
Full Address
65 Brunel Drive
Upton
NN5 4AF
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
57.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
1.6 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
160 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 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. Heating costs are £227 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The NN5 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£148,750
20 November 2015
Type: Terraced
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£485.0/yr
Save £37/yr
Hot Water
£163.0/yr
Lighting
86.0% low energy
£52.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Below average lighting efficiency
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Upton Meadows Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Millway Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2018
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Lyncrest Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Pineham Barns Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Chiltern Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Hopping Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
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 2026Anti-social behaviour
57 incidents (27%)
violent crime
49 incidents (23%)
Shoplifting
28 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
17 incidents (8%)
Theft
15 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.
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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.