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Energy Performance Certificate

35 Glenfrith Close,

LE3 9QQ

Current

C

72

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in , LE3 9QQ. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), 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. Single glazing is a significant source of heat loss, accounting for up to 25% of a home's heat escaping through windows. Upgrading to double glazing typically costs £400-£600 per window but improves thermal comfort and can reduce noise by up to 30dB. Estimated annual energy costs are £1559, comprising £1182 for heating, £280 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.

How Does 35 Glenfrith Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1559 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 145m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 4.3 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 LE3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property72
Average60
+20% better
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This property72
Average60
+20% better
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vs LE3

This property72
Average58
+24% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £709/year more than the 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(72 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 19 Sept 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

35 Glenfrith Close

LEICESTER

LE3 9QQ

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

145.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

Efficiency Score

72 / 100

Potential: 84

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CO₂ Emissions

4.3 tonnes/year

29 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

160 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

19 Sept 2025

rental

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About

is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £332 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE3 postcode district contains over 35200 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

£1182.0/yr

Save £244/yr

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Hot Water

£280.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£97.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, insulated (assumed)

Average
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Windows

Single glazed

Very Poor
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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

Good lighting efficiency

Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Buswells Lodge Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE4 0PT

Last inspected: May 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

The Hall School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE3 8PQ

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Beaumont Leys School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLE4 0FL

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Babington Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLE4 0SZ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Barley Croft Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE4 0UT

Last inspected: May 2019

Good

English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLE4 0FJ

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Stokes Wood Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLE3 9BX

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Forest Lodge Academy

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLE3 6LH

Last inspected: Jun 2022

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 121 Mbps

✓ Fibre Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:121 Mbps
Maximum:300 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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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