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Energy Performance Certificate

26 GEORGE STREET, WHITWICK

LE67 5EA

Current

C

79

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in the LE67 5EA postcode area. The property offers 57m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (79/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £526, comprising £344 for heating, £108 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 1.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 26 GEORGE STREET Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 79/100, this LE67 property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £526 are approximately £1274 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 57m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.6 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 LE67 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs LE67

This property79
Average60
+32% better
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vs LE67

This property79
Average62
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 79/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £324/year less than the LE67 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(79 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 8 Oct 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 GEORGE STREET

WHITWICK

WHITWICK

LE67 5EA

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1930-1949

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Floor Area

57.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

79 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

1.6 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

163 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

8 Oct 2021

not sale or rental

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About This Area

Heating costs are £506 below the average, offering good value. The LE67 postcode district contains over 22300 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

£344.0/yr

Save £25/yr

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Hot Water

£108/yr

Save £38/yr

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Lighting

50.0% low energy

£74.0/yr

Save £25/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, with external insulation

Very 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

Solid, 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 50% of fixed outlets

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Holy Cross School A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayLE67 5AT

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Whitwick St John The Baptist Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE67 5AT

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Stephenson Studio School

Secondary
📍0.9 miles awayLE67 3TN

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

New Swannington Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLE67 5DQ

Last inspected: Feb 2019

Good

Broom Leys School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLE67 4DB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Belvoirdale Community Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLE67 3RD

Last inspected: Apr 2018

Good

Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLE67 3SF

Last inspected: Jan 2018

Good

All Saints Church of England Primary School, Coalville

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLE67 3LB

Last inspected: Apr 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

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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