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17 Abbeydale Gardens

LS5 3RG

LEEDS

Current

C

73

Potential

B

88

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in LEEDS, LS5 3RG. The property offers 70m² (753 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (73/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (88/100). 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £822, comprising £604 for heating, £140 for hot water, and £78 for lighting. The property produces 2.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 17 Abbeydale Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 73/100, this LEEDS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £822 are approximately £978 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.4 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 LS5 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property73
Average60
+22% better
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vs LEEDS

This property73
Average61
+20% better
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vs LS5

This property73
Average59
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 73/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £90/year more than the LEEDS 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(73 points)

Potential Rating

B(88 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 10 Dec 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

17 Abbeydale Gardens

LS5 3RG

LEEDS

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

70.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

73 / 100

Potential: 88

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CO₂ Emissions

2.4 tonnes/year

34 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

193 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

10 Dec 2024

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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The LS5 postcode district contains over 3100 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£604.0/yr

Save £52/yr

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Hot Water

£140.0/yr

Save £44/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£78.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no 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

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Hawksworth Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLS5 3QE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Abbey Grange Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLS16 5EA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Whitecote Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLS13 2LQ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Hollybush Primary

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLS13 2JJ

Last inspected: Sept 2021

Good

St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLS16 5QR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLS5 3JD

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Horsforth Featherbank Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLS18 4QP

Last inspected: Feb 2013

Outstanding

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Horsforth

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLS18 5AB
?Not yet rated

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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