Energy Performance Certificate
26, Chiltern Close
LE15 6NW
OAKHAM
Current
D
62
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in OAKHAM, LE15 6NW. The property offers 140m² (1507 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (62/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1400, comprising £1139 for heating, £101 for hot water, and £160 for lighting. The property produces 5.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2017 for £310,000.
How Does 26, Chiltern Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 62/100, this OAKHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1400 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 140m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs OAKHAM
vs LE15
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 62/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £425/year more than the OAKHAM average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Jan 2015
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Property Information
Full Address
26, Chiltern Close
LE15 6NW
OAKHAM
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Floor Area
140.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
62 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
5.6 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
231 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Jan 2015
marketed sale
About OAKHAM
OAKHAM is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in OAKHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LE15 postcode district contains over 11700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£310,000
23 August 2017
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1139.0/yr
Save £268/yr
Hot Water
£101.0/yr
Lighting
0.0% low energy
£160.0/yr
Save £80/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
No low energy lighting
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Catmose College
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2012
Catmose Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Brooke Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Oakham CofE Primary School
PrimaryEnglish Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Whissendine Church of England Primary School
PrimarySomerby Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
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.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.