Energy Performance Certificate
Buffs Farm, Elkington Road
NN6 6LD
NORTHAMPTON
Current
C
71
Potential
C
74
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN6 6LD. The property offers 384m² (4133 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 9 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. 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 throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1749, comprising £1490 for heating, £90 for hot water, and £169 for lighting. The property produces 11.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Buffs Farm Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1749 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 384m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 11.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NN6 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHAMPTON
vs NN6
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1037/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 18 Aug 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Buffs Farm
Elkington Road
Yelvertoft
NN6 6LD
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
384.0 m²
9.0 total rooms
9.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 74
CO₂ Emissions
11.0 tonnes/year
29 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
113 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
18 Aug 2022
marketed sale
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 £778 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NN6 postcode district contains over 12200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
£1490.0/yr
Hot Water
£90.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£169.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and underfloor heating, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Yelvertoft Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Crick Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Swinford Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2021
West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
South Kilworth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Houlton School
SecondarySt Gabriel's CofE Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
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: 20 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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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.