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Energy Performance Certificate

8a Lockwood Close

NN2 7SS

NORTHAMPTON

Current

C

76

Potential

A

93

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached bungalow is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN2 7SS. The property offers 45m² (484 sq ft) of compact living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a A rating (93/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £764, comprising £488 for heating, £198 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 1.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2023 for £221,000.

How Does 8a Lockwood Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £764 are approximately £1036 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 45m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.4 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 NN2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property76
Average63
+21% better
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vs NN2

This property76
Average62
+23% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £52/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

A(93 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

8a Lockwood Close

NN2 7SS

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

Bungalow

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

2023

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Floor Area

45.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 93

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CO₂ Emissions

1.4 tonnes/year

31 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

175 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Jun 2023

new dwelling

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £224 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The NN2 postcode district contains over 14700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£221,000

21 September 2023

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£488.0/yr

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Hot Water

£198.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£78.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

Gas: mains gas

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Green Oaks Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayNN2 7RR

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN2 7BH

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Kingsthorpe Village Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayNN2 6QL

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Kingsthorpe College

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayNN2 7HR

Last inspected: Dec 2019

Good

Kingsthorpe Grove Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayNN2 7QL

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Sunnyside Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNN2 8QS

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Whitehills Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayNN2 8DF

Last inspected: Apr 2015

Outstanding

All Saints CofE VA Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayNN2 7AJ

Last inspected: Mar 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: 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 Crime240 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Anti-social behaviour

74 incidents (31%)

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violent crime

66 incidents (28%)

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Public order

18 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

16 incidents (7%)

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Vehicle crime

16 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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