Energy Performance Certificate
6 Edgbaston Close
LE4 2HS
LEICESTER
Current
C
71
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LEICESTER, LE4 2HS. The property offers 87m² (936 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 (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1222, comprising £922 for heating, £187 for hot water, and £113 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in December 2023 for £310,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 6 Edgbaston Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this LEICESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1222 are approximately £578 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. 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 LE4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £496/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 27 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
6 Edgbaston Close
LE4 2HS
LEICESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1996-2002
Floor Area
87.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Rented (private)
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
35 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
201 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
27 Jun 2024
rental
About LEICESTER
LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LE4 postcode district contains over 29700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£310,000
18 December 2023
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£199,000
21 October 2019
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 55.8% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£922.0/yr
Hot Water
£187.0/yr
Save £60/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£113.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, limited 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
Glebelands Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Beaumont Lodge Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Mowmacre Hill Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2019
Highcliffe Primary School and Community Centre
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Woodstock Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
Hallam Fields, Birstall
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
Heatherbrook Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Babington Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
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) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
72 incidents (36%)
Criminal damage
27 incidents (14%)
Anti-social behaviour
24 incidents (12%)
Shoplifting
23 incidents (12%)
Public order
16 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.
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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.