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477a Welford Road

LE2 6BL

LEICESTER

Current

D

57

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in LEICESTER, LE2 6BL. The property offers 43mยฒ (463 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (72/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The solid walls lack insulation. Solid wall insulation (external or internal) typically costs ยฃ8,000-ยฃ14,000 but can reduce heat loss by up to 35% and improve your EPC rating by 1-2 bands. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs ยฃ300-ยฃ500 and could save ยฃ150-ยฃ250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. 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 ยฃ1016, comprising ยฃ852 for heating, ยฃ113 for hot water, and ยฃ51 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.

How Does 477a Welford Road Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this LEICESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of ยฃ1016 are approximately ยฃ784 below the UK average of ยฃ1800, representing significant savings. With 43mยฒ of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87mยฒ. At 3.1 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.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs LEICESTER

This property57
Average61
-7% below
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vs LE2

This property57
Average58
-2% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: ยฃ290/year more than the LEICESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

๐Ÿ“Š Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Dec 2024

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Property Information

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Full Address

477a Welford Road

LE2 6BL

LEICESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1900-1929

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Floor Area

43.0 mยฒ

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (private)

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Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 72

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COโ‚‚ Emissions

3.1 tonnes/year

73 kg/mยฒ

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Energy Consumption

414 kWh/mยฒ/year

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Last Inspected

2 Dec 2024

rental

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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). 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

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

ยฃ852.0/yr

Save ยฃ389/yr

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Hot Water

ยฃ113.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

ยฃ51.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Solid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Roof

Pitched, no insulation

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good
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Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Top up to 270mm for best results.

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ยฃ1,000
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External Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. External insulation can dramatically reduce heat loss.

Save ยฃ400/yrPayback: ~30 years+8 EPC points
ยฃ12,000
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sir Jonathan North Girls' College

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขLE2 6FU
?Not yet rated

Avenue Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.3 miles awayโ€ขLE2 3EJ

Last inspected: Mar 2020

โœ“Good

Lancaster Academy

Secondary
๐Ÿ“0.4 miles awayโ€ขLE2 6FU

Last inspected: Feb 2020

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

Knighton Mead Primary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขLE2 6LG

Last inspected: May 2019

โœ“Good

St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.5 miles awayโ€ขLE2 3TA

Last inspected: Nov 2022

โœ“Good

St John the Baptist CofE Primary School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขLE2 1TE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

โœ“Good

Overdale Junior School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขLE2 3YA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

โœ“Good

Overdale Infant School

Primary
๐Ÿ“0.7 miles awayโ€ขLE2 3YA

Last inspected: Sept 2022

โš ๏ธRequires improvement

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

๐Ÿš€Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

โšก 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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Area Safety

Higher Crime379 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

114 incidents (30%)

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Shoplifting

49 incidents (13%)

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Public order

39 incidents (10%)

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Anti-social behaviour

32 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

32 incidents (8%)

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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