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Energy Performance Certificate

12, Sculthorpe Close

LE15 6FJ

OAKHAM

Current

C

74

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in OAKHAM, LE15 6FJ. The property offers 95m² (1023 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £698, comprising £422 for heating, £128 for hot water, and £148 for lighting. The property produces 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2020 for £267,500.

How Does 12, Sculthorpe Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this OAKHAM property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £698 are approximately £1102 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 95m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LE15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs OAKHAM

This property74
Average61
+21% better
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vs LE15

This property74
Average60
+23% better

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: £277/year less than the OAKHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 5 Aug 2019

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Property Information

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Full Address

12, Sculthorpe Close

LE15 6FJ

OAKHAM

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Property Type

House

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

95.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

2.9 tonnes/year

30 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

173 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

5 Aug 2019

marketed sale

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About OAKHAM

OAKHAM is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in OAKHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £553 below the OAKHAM average, offering good value. The LE15 postcode district contains over 11700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£267,500

7 February 2020

Type: Terraced

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£422.0/yr

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Hot Water

£128.0/yr

Save £47/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£148.0/yr

Save £74/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, limited insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE15 6EH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Oakham CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE15 6GY
?Not yet rated

Catmose College

Secondary
📍1 miles awayLE15 6RP

Last inspected: Feb 2012

Outstanding

Brooke Hill Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awayLE15 6HQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Catmose Primary

Primary
📍1 miles awayLE15 6SH

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍2.1 miles awayLE15 7HY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.8 miles awayLE15 7DL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Edith Weston Academy

Primary
📍4 miles awayLE15 8HQ

Last inspected: Jan 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

Low Crime40 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Shoplifting

11 incidents (28%)

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violent crime

7 incidents (18%)

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Anti-social behaviour

5 incidents (13%)

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Theft

5 incidents (13%)

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Criminal damage

2 incidents (5%)

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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