Energy Performance Certificate
6 Silverwood Close
LE5 2GT
LEICESTER
Current
C
75
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LEICESTER, LE5 2GT. The property offers 155m² (1668 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (75/100), 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 property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £1662, comprising £1320 for heating, £190 for hot water, and £152 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in March 2015 for £250,000.
How Does 6 Silverwood Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 75/100, this LEICESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1662 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 155m², 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 LE5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 75/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £936/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 5 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
6 Silverwood Close
LE5 2GT
LEICESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
155.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
75 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
4.3 tonnes/year
28 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
158 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Jun 2024
marketed sale
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. Heating costs are £594 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE5 postcode district contains over 24500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£250,000
20 March 2015
Type: Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1320.0/yr
Hot Water
£190.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£152.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 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
Thurnby Mead Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Krishna Avanti Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Whitehall Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
The City of Leicester College
SecondaryWillowbrook Mead Primary Academy
PrimarySt Josephs Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 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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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.