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Energy Performance Certificate

16, Winterburn Garden, Whetstone

LE8 6ZH

LEICESTER

Current

C

69

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced maisonette is located in LEICESTER, LE8 6ZH. The property offers 70.3m² (757 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard 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 walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £493, comprising £267 for heating, £161 for hot water, and £65 for lighting. The property produces 3.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 16, Winterburn Garden Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this LEICESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £493 are approximately £1307 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.3 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 LE8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs LEICESTER

This property69
Average61
+13% better
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vs LE8

This property69
Average63
+10% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £233/year less than the LEICESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 12 Nov 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

16, Winterburn Garden

Whetstone

LE8 6ZH

LEICESTER

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Property Type

Maisonette

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

70.3

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

3.3 tonnes/year

47 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

315 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Nov 2009

marketed sale

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About LEICESTER

LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £459 below the LEICESTER average, offering good value. The LE8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Electric storage heaters

£267.0/yr

Save £9/yr

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Hot Water

£161.0/yr

Save £33/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£65.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300+ mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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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 50% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLE8 6NJ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE8 4EG

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Badgerbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE8 6ZW

Last inspected: Sept 2011

Outstanding

Blaby Thistly Meadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE8 4FE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Cosby Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLE9 1TE

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Greystoke Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLE19 2GX

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Countesthorpe Academy

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awayLE8 5PR

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Glen Hills Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLE2 9NY

Last inspected: Oct 2018

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 213 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:213 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:32 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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