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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

2 Clayton Grange

LS16 5EQ

LEEDS

Current

F

29

Potential

F

29

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£3,304

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£3,304

potential per year

This property costs approximately £1,504 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £0 annually.

⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required

This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.

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£7,500

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How to Improve This F-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a F rating — saving up to £0 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This semi-detached flat is located in LEEDS, LS16 5EQ. The property offers 50m² (538 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (29/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. 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%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £3304, comprising £1563 for heating, £1598 for hot water, and £143 for lighting. The property produces 7.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(29 points)

Achievable Rating

F(29 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Oct 2023

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.63 W/m-¦K

Average

🏗️ Roof

(other premises above)

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Good

📦 Floor

Average thermal transmittance 1.20 W/m-¦K

Very Poor

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Very Poor

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

Property Information

📍

Full Address

2 Clayton Grange

LS16 5EQ

LEEDS

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

50.0

NaN total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

7.2 tonnes/year

144 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

851 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in LEEDS

LEEDS properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LS16) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£1563 /yr

🚿 Hot Water

£1598 /yr

💡 Lighting

75.0% low energy

£143 /yr

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Abbey Grange Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍0.3 miles awayLS16 5EA

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Hawksworth Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS5 3QE

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Iveson Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLS16 6LW

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayLS16 5QR

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Lawnswood School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLS16 5AG

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLS16 6NF

Last inspected: Jul 2018

Good

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Horsforth

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLS18 5AB
?Not yet rated

Broadgate Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLS18 5AF

Last inspected: Dec 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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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

Higher Crime198 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

83 incidents (42%)

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Anti-social behaviour

19 incidents (10%)

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Vehicle crime

18 incidents (9%)

⚖️

Public order

17 incidents (9%)

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Burglary

16 incidents (8%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

Public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.