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11, Owston Drive

LE18 2EN

WIGSTON

Current

D

58

Potential

D

58

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in WIGSTON, LE18 2EN. The property offers 91.64m² (986 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £882, comprising £652 for heating, £173 for hot water, and £57 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2019 for £200,000.

How Does 11, Owston Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this WIGSTON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £882 are approximately £918 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 91.64m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LE18 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs WIGSTON

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs LE18

This property58
Average59
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £150/year more than the WIGSTON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

D(58 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Jan 2011

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Property Information

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Full Address

11, Owston Drive

LE18 2EN

WIGSTON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

91.64

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 58

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CO₂ Emissions

5.6 tonnes/year

61 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

398 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Jan 2011

marketed sale

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About WIGSTON

WIGSTON is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in WIGSTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). The LE18 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WIGSTON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£200,000

13 December 2019

Type: Semi-Detached

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£652.0/yr

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Hot Water

£173.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£57.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Electric storage heaters

Poor

Main Fuel

electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Water Leys Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE18 1HG

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Wigston Academy

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayLE18 2DT

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Wigston College

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayLE18 2DS

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

Fairfield Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE18 4WA

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

All Saints Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE18 2AH

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Little Hill Primary

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE18 2GZ

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE2 6TY

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School

All-through
📍0.9 miles awayLE2 6UA

Last inspected: Nov 2021

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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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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