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101, Heights Drive

LS12 3SU

LEEDS

Current

D

55

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LEEDS, LS12 3SU. The property offers 84m² (904 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. 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 C rating (74/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1155, comprising £946 for heating, £129 for hot water, and £80 for lighting. The property produces 5.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in November 2016 for £104,995, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 101, Heights Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 55/100, this LEEDS property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1155 are approximately £645 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LS12 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property55
Average60
-8% below
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vs LEEDS

This property55
Average61
-10% below
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vs LS12

This property55
Average61
-10% below

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: £423/year more than the LEEDS average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(55 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Sept 2015

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Property Information

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Full Address

101, Heights Drive

LS12 3SU

LEEDS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

84.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

55 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

5.2 tonnes/year

62 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

350 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Sept 2015

marketed sale

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About LEEDS

LEEDS is situated in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in LEEDS have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £214 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LS12 postcode district contains over 19000 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the LEEDS area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£104,995

11 November 2016

Type: Semi-Detached

+£10,040(+10.6%)

vs previous sale

£94,955

20 November 2015

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 10.6% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£946.0/yr

Save £156/yr

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Hot Water

£129.0/yr

Save £51/yr

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Lighting

53.0% low energy

£80.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

System built, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 53% of fixed outlets

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ryecroft Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLS12 5AW

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Greenhill Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLS13 4JJ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Dixons Unity Academy

Secondary
📍0.5 miles awayLS12 3DS

Last inspected: Mar 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

Whingate Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS12 3DS

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Christ The King Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLS13 2DX

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

Lawns Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLS12 5EX

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Christ Church Upper Armley Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLS12 3NU

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Raynville Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLS13 2TQ

Last inspected: Sept 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

Higher Crime386 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

192 incidents (50%)

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Anti-social behaviour

35 incidents (9%)

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Public order

30 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

27 incidents (7%)

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Theft

23 incidents (6%)

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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