Energy Performance Certificate
Forest Close, Quinton
NN7 2EQ
NORTHAMPTON
Current
C
74
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN7 2EQ. The property offers 257m² (2766 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1077, comprising £790 for heating, £141 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 6.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.
How Does Forest Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1077 are approximately £723 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 257m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the NN7 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs NORTHAMPTON
vs NN7
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £365/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 1 Feb 2019
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Property Information
Full Address
Forest Close
Quinton
NN7 2EQ
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
257.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
74 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
6.2 tonnes/year
24 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
104 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
1 Feb 2019
marketed sale
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. The NN7 postcode district contains over 9200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, oil
£790.0/yr
Hot Water
£141.0/yr
Save £53/yr
Lighting
90.0% low energy
£146.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Solid brick, with external insulation
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, oil
Main Fuel
oil (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 90% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hartwell Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Roade Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2018
Hackleton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2010
Ashton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2019
Woodland View Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Caroline Chisholm School
All-throughLast inspected: Jan 2020
Preston Hedges Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2014
Wootton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
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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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.