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Energy Performance Certificate

2, Alloway Close

LE4 7ZR

LEICESTER

Current

C

69

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LEICESTER, LE4 7ZR. The property offers 33.38m² (359 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £424, comprising £241 for heating, £151 for hot water, and £32 for lighting. The property produces 2.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 2, Alloway Close 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 £424 are approximately £1376 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 33.38m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.1 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LE4 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 LE4

This property69
Average60
+15% 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: £302/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 3 Aug 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

2, Alloway Close

LE4 7ZR

LEICESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

33.38

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

2.1 tonnes/year

64 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

380 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

3 Aug 2009

non 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 £485 below the LEICESTER average, offering good value. The LE4 postcode district contains over 29700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Warm air, mains gas

£241.0/yr

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Hot Water

£151.0/yr

Save £55/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£32.0/yr

Save £16/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Warm air, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

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

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Herrick Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLE4 7NJ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Soar Valley College

Secondary
📍0.2 miles awayLE4 7GY
?Not yet rated

Rushey Mead Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayLE4 7AN

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Outstanding

Wyvern Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE4 7HH

Last inspected: Jan 2022

Good

Sandfield Close Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE4 7RE

Last inspected: Jun 2019

Good

Rushey Mead Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE4 6RB

Last inspected: May 2018

Good

Mellor Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE4 5EQ

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLE4 6QN

Last inspected: Mar 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

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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.

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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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