Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 36 Abbey House, Abbey Street
NN5 5LR
NORTHAMPTON
Current
C
69
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN5 5LR. The property offers 48m² (517 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. 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 £542, comprising £332 for heating, £165 for hot water, and £45 for lighting. The property produces 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 36 Abbey House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £542 are approximately £1258 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 48m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
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 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £170/year less than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 20 Jan 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 36 Abbey House
Abbey Street
NN5 5LR
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
Flat
End-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
48.0 m²
2.0 total rooms
2.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
2.3 tonnes/year
47 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
266 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
20 Jan 2016
none of the above
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 £380 below the NORTHAMPTON average, offering good value. The NN5 postcode district contains over 16200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the NORTHAMPTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£332/yr
Hot Water
£165/yr
Save £41/yr
Lighting
67.0% low energy
£45/yr
Save £11/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(another dwelling below)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas (community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 67% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St James Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Spring Lane Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Lyncrest Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Earl Spencer Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Castle Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Northampton International Academy
All-throughLast inspected: Feb 2022
Chiltern Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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 2026violent crime
158 incidents (27%)
Anti-social behaviour
150 incidents (25%)
Public order
43 incidents (7%)
Theft
42 incidents (7%)
Shoplifting
41 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.