Energy Performance Certificate
36 Abbey Drive
LE65 2LX
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Current
C
69
Potential
B
86
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, LE65 2LX. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). 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. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1477, comprising £1080 for heating, £268 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 3.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 36 Abbey Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this Ashby-de-la-Zouch property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1477 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 93m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.8 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 LE65 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs Ashby-de-la-Zouch
vs LE65
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £717/year more than the Ashby-de-la-Zouch average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 10 Jul 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
36 Abbey Drive
LE65 2LX
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
93.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (social)
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 86
CO₂ Emissions
3.8 tonnes/year
40 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
228 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
10 Jul 2024
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About Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Ashby-de-la-Zouch is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in Ashby-de-la-Zouch have an average EPC rating of C (score 72/100). Heating costs are £320 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE65 postcode district contains over 6300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the Ashby-de-la-Zouch area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1080.0/yr
Save £281/yr
Hot Water
£268/yr
Save £105/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£129.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 200 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
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Ashby Hill Top Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2013
Ashby Hastings Primary School
PrimaryAshby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2018
Ashby Willesley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Woodcote Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Ivanhoe School
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Ashby School
SecondaryMoira Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 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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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
18 incidents (33%)
Public order
8 incidents (15%)
Anti-social behaviour
7 incidents (13%)
Criminal damage
7 incidents (13%)
Burglary
3 incidents (5%)
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.