What kind of home is 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG is a 3-bedroom semi-detached house, set on a cul-de-sac.

When did 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG last change hands?

8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG last sold for £245,000 in January 2023, around 4 years ago. Before that, it sold for £139,000 in April 2013, so prices have been rising over 10 years on record. Source: HM Land Registry.

What is the price history for 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

Across 2 sales between April 2013 and January 2023, 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG rose from £139,000 to £245,000, a change of £106,000. That works out to roughly +6% per year compounded over 10 years. Source: HM Land Registry.

How energy efficient is 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

The current EPC rating for 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG is D with a score of 62 out of 100, lodged in March 2026. It has improved from a E recorded in July 2012. The assessor estimates the property could reach a C. Source: EPC Register.

How big is 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG has a recorded floor area of 74 m² (797 sq ft), around 25 m² per bedroom. Source: EPC Register.

What heating system does 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG use?

The latest EPC at 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What is the council tax band for 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG is in council tax band C.

Which area is 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG in?

8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG sits in Northampton. It falls within the NN2 postcode district.

How safe is the area around 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

Police records around 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG show an average of 373 reported crimes per month over the last 15 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 27% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is falling (11% versus the prior period). Source: Police UK.

What schools are near 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

The closest primary school to 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG is Whitehills Primary School (104m), one of 16 primaries within walking distance. The closest secondary is Kingsthorpe College (1.6km), with 3 secondaries in the surrounding area.

What is the nearest station to 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG?

The closest bus stop to 8 Ash Grove, NN2 8DG is Link Road, 108m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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8 Ash Grove, Northampton, NN2 8DG

Property type

Semi-detached

Bedrooms

Floor area

74 m²

797 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 62

Council tax

Band C

Tenure

Private Rental

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Overview

About 8 Ash Grove

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

8 Ash Grove is a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Northampton (NN2 8DG). It has a recorded floor area of 74 m² (around 797 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1950-1966 and council tax band C. The latest certificate (March 2026) shows a D (score 62), on the cusp of jumping into the C band. When first surveyed in July 2012 the rating was E, the property has climbed 1 band since. Between certificates, roof efficiency went from Average to Very Good and hot-water efficiency went from Average to Good; while window efficiency dropped from Good to Average and lighting dropped from Good to Average. The recommended improvements would push it to C (score 76). This certificate was lodged in the last six months, so the rating reflects current condition. The home occupies a cul-de-sac position.

Across 2013–2023, sale prices on this property compounded at 6% per year. On a £-per-square-foot basis, the last sale (£308/sq ft) was about 143.6% above the typical sold price in the postcode. Last sale on file: £245,000 in January 2023.

Specifications

What this property has

Pulled from EPC certificates, claim submissions and our property model. Empty categories are hidden — we only show what's known.

Inside

Bedrooms3

Outside

Private gardenFront and rear
GarageSingle
Cul-de-sacYes

Building

RefurbishedYes

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Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

The EPC has just been inspected, so the rating reflects current condition.

Current Certificate(1 of 2)

Mar 2026

EPC Rating

D62

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

2.9 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Certificate validity

Valid until 5 March 2036

9 years remaining

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Mar 2026from Jul 2012

EPC improved fromE54toD62

Heating Controls

Prog + StatFull

Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management

Hot Water

AverageGood

Hot water efficiency improved

Roof Insulation

PartialWell Insulated

Loft insulation upgraded to recommended levels

Low Energy Lighting

56%85%

More low energy lighting installed

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Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 8 Ash Grove, Northampton, NN2 8DG, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

8 Ash Grove has no planning applications on record.

But the area is active

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Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

8 Ash Grove valuation sits well clear of the typical sold price in this postcode.

Current estimate

£259,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables and a sale-price growth of 6.0% per year over 10 years.

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Last sold (2023)

£245,000

Growth on file: 6.0% per year over 10 years.

Sales timeline

2 January 2023Most recent
£245,000
+76.3%over 9 years
18 April 2013
£139,000

Median price across the last 5 sales in NN2 8DG: £240,000 (2025–2019).

Nearby sales in NN2 8DG

On the street

Versus other Ash Grove homes

Four headline reads against 10 similar houses on this street, drawn from the latest EPC and Land Registry data.

On co₂ emissions, 8 Ash Grove stands well clear of the street.

Price per m²

£3,311

Street avg £2,146

Strongly above

Floor Area

74 m²

Street avg 87 m²

Strongly below

Habitable Rooms

4 rooms

Street avg 5 rooms

Below

CO₂ Emissions

2.9 t/year

Street avg 3.9 t/year

Strongly above

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Comparables

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A handful of close matches in the same postcode area, ranked by likeness on bedrooms, type and floor area.

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Area

The neighbourhood at a glance

A condensed read of the local area. Each tile links through to the full breakdown on the Northampton district page.

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Crime

373/mo

Falling year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.1 km

Link Road — bus stop.

Closest school

0.1 km

Whitehills Primary School. 19 schools nearby.

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Noise

Road noise across the postcode

Modelled day and night-time noise levels around NN2 8DG from Defra's strategic mapping. The pin marks this postcode's centroid.

Daytime· 07:00 – 23:00

50.4dB

Low

Night-time road noise heatmap for NN2 8DG

Night-time· 23:00 – 07:00

41.1dB

Low

55 dB

60 dB

65 dB

70 dB

75 dB

80 dB

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FAQ

Common questions

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