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Energy Performance Certificate

3a, The Oval

LE2 5JB

LEICESTER

Current

C

74

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in LEICESTER, LE2 5JB. The property offers 157m² (1690 sq ft) of spacious living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (74/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. Estimated annual energy costs are £907, comprising £543 for heating, £282 for hot water, and £82 for lighting. The property produces 3.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 3a, The Oval Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 74/100, this LEICESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £907 are approximately £893 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 157m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). At 3.6 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property74
Average60
+23% better
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vs LEICESTER

This property74
Average61
+21% better
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vs LE2

This property74
Average58
+28% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 74/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £181/year more than the LEICESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(74 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

Based on assessment dated 28 Jun 2013

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Property Information

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Full Address

3a, The Oval

LE2 5JB

LEICESTER

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

NO DATA!

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Floor Area

157.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

NO DATA!

Efficiency Score

74 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

3.6 tonnes/year

23 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

128 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Jun 2013

new dwelling

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About LEICESTER

LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The LE2 postcode district contains over 39000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£543.0/yr

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Hot Water

£282.0/yr

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Lighting

NaN% low energy

£82.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m?K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.14 W/m?K

Very Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.12 W/m?K

Very Good
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Heating System

Air source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Good

Main Fuel

Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Glenmere Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLE18 3RD

Last inspected: Jun 2015

Outstanding

Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLE18 3QL

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Langmoor Primary School Oadby

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE2 5HS
?Not yet rated

The Meadow Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE18 3QZ

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Brocks Hill Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE2 5WP

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Outstanding

Gartree High School

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLE2 5TQ

Last inspected: Feb 2015

Outstanding

Beauchamp College

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLE2 5TP

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Launde Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE2 4LJ
?Not yet rated

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: 493 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:493 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:197 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime155 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

52 incidents (34%)

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Criminal damage

22 incidents (14%)

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Public order

22 incidents (14%)

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Anti-social behaviour

17 incidents (11%)

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Theft

14 incidents (9%)

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.

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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