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74 Stockmead Road

NN3 9TY

NORTHAMPTON

Current

D

62

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN3 9TY. The property offers 87m² (936 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 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 B rating (87/100). The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal 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 £1967, comprising £1406 for heating, £487 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 1.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2018 for £145,000. 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 74 Stockmead Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1967 are close to the UK average. CO2 emissions of 1.2 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 NN3 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 NORTHAMPTON

This property62
Average63
-2% below
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vs NN3

This property62
Average63
-2% below

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: £1255/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(62 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

74 Stockmead Road

NN3 9TY

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

87.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

62 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

1.2 tonnes/year

13 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

139 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

7 Aug 2025

rental

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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). Heating costs are £694 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NN3 postcode district contains over 22700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£145,000

30 November 2018

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£1406.0/yr

Save £669/yr

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Hot Water

£487.0/yr

Save £42/yr

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Lighting

90.0% low energy

£74.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, with external insulation

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Below average lighting efficiency

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Standens Barn Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayNN3 9EH

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Northampton Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayNN3 8NH

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Weston Favell CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN3 3HH

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

Lumbertubs Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayNN3 8HZ

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Weston Favell Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayNN3 3EZ

Last inspected: Feb 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

St Andrew's Ceva Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNN3 5EN

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Ecton Brook Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNN3 5DY

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Lings Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayNN3 8NN

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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: 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime190 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

69 incidents (36%)

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Anti-social behaviour

34 incidents (18%)

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Shoplifting

24 incidents (13%)

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Vehicle crime

13 incidents (7%)

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Theft

12 incidents (6%)

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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