Energy Performance Certificate
Pebble Cottage, Nortoft
NN6 8QB
NORTHAMPTON
Current
D
55
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8QB. The property offers 100m² (1076 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. With an EPC rating of D (55/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. 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 £1435, comprising £1164 for heating, £196 for hot water, and £75 for lighting. The property produces 8.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.
How Does Pebble Cottage Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this NORTHAMPTON property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1435 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 100m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 8.8 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 55/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £723/year more than the NORTHAMPTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Sept 2018
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Property Information
Full Address
Pebble Cottage
Nortoft
Guilsborough
NN6 8QB
NORTHAMPTON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: before 1900
Floor Area
100.0 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
55 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
8.8 tonnes/year
89 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
512 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Sept 2018
FiT application
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 £452 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The NN6 postcode district contains over 12200 registered properties. Like many NORTHAMPTON properties, this home features period architecture with character typical of Victorian-era construction.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£1164.0/yr
Save £613/yr
Hot Water
£196.0/yr
Save £82/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£75.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (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
Guilsborough Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Guilsborough Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
Naseby Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2020
Spratton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
East Haddon Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2014
Long Buckby Infant School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Brixworth CofE VC Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 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: 484 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 very low crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026Criminal damage
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.
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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.