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Energy Performance Certificate

Covert House, Long Lane

NN6 8DU

NORTHAMPTON

Current

C

79

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8DU. The property offers 394m² (4241 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 11 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Triple-glazed windows provide excellent insulation, reducing heat loss by up to 40% compared to single glazing and offering superior noise reduction of up to 35dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £2592, comprising £2146 for heating, £215 for hot water, and £231 for lighting. The property produces 8.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

How Does Covert House Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2592 annually are £792 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 394m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 8.5 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs NORTHAMPTON

This property79
Average63
+25% better
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vs NN6

This property79
Average60
+32% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1880/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 25 Nov 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

Covert House

Long Lane

East Haddon

NN6 8DU

NORTHAMPTON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

394.0

11.0 total rooms

11.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

8.5 tonnes/year

22 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

122 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

25 Nov 2024

marketed sale

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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 £1434 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NN6 postcode district contains over 12200 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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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£2146.0/yr

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Hot Water

£215.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£231.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully triple glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas, Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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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

East Haddon Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayNN6 8DB

Last inspected: Oct 2014

Outstanding

Long Buckby Infant School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awayNN6 7RE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Long Buckby Junior School

Primary
📍2 miles awayNN6 7PX

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.6 miles awayNN6 7AN

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Guilsborough Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayNN6 8PT

Last inspected: Jul 2022

Good

Brington Primary School

Primary
📍2.9 miles awayNN7 4HX

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Guilsborough Academy

Secondary
📍3.1 miles awayNN6 8QE

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Harlestone Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayNN7 4EN

Last inspected: Feb 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

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Burglary

1 incidents (100%)

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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