Energy Performance Certificate
31 Martindale Close
LE2 7HH
LEICESTER
Current
C
70
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced house is located in LEICESTER, LE2 7HH. The property offers 110m² (1184 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1563, comprising £1171 for heating, £249 for hot water, and £143 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 31 Martindale Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this LEICESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1563 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 110m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 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 LE2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £837/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Apr 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
31 Martindale Close
LE2 7HH
LEICESTER
Property Type
House
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
110.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
213 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Apr 2024
rental
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 £445 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE2 postcode district contains over 39000 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Community scheme
£1171.0/yr
Save £121/yr
Hot Water
£249.0/yr
Save £76/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£143.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Community scheme
Main Fuel
mains gas (community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hazel Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Shaftesbury Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Brook Mead Academy
SecondarySparkenhoe Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Castle Mead Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Moat Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Knighton Mead Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
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: 427 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
457 incidents (31%)
Public order
191 incidents (13%)
Shoplifting
186 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
162 incidents (11%)
Criminal damage
109 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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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.