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Energy Performance Certificate

6, St. Albans Close

LE15 6EW

OAKHAM

Current

D

61

Potential

C

74

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in OAKHAM, LE15 6EW. The property offers 183m² (1970 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (61/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (74/100). 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 £1443, comprising £1160 for heating, £135 for hot water, and £148 for lighting. The property produces 7.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home.

How Does 6, St. Albans Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 61/100, this OAKHAM property is around the national average for UK homes. At £1443 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 183m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 7.0 tonnes/year are above average. Energy improvements could significantly reduce the property's carbon footprint.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the LE15 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property61
Average60
+2% better
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vs OAKHAM

This property61
Average61
At average
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vs LE15

This property61
Average60
+2% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 61/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £468/year more than the OAKHAM average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(61 points)

Potential Rating

C(74 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Apr 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

6, St. Albans Close

LE15 6EW

OAKHAM

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

183.0

8.0 total rooms

8.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

61 / 100

Potential: 74

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CO₂ Emissions

7.0 tonnes/year

38 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

203 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Apr 2012

marketed sale

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About OAKHAM

OAKHAM is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in OAKHAM have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LE15 postcode district contains over 11700 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Warm air, mains gas

£1160.0/yr

Save £154/yr

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Hot Water

£135.0/yr

Save £49/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£148.0/yr

Save £74/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Suspended, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Warm air, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLE15 6EH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Oakham CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayLE15 6GY
?Not yet rated

Catmose College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awayLE15 6RP

Last inspected: Feb 2012

Outstanding

Catmose Primary

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE15 6SH

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Brooke Hill Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayLE15 6HQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayLE15 7HY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.9 miles awayLE15 7DL

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Whissendine Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayLE15 7ET
?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: 500 Mbps

⚡ 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

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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

Low Crime43 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Shoplifting

11 incidents (26%)

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violent crime

8 incidents (19%)

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Anti-social behaviour

6 incidents (14%)

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Theft

5 incidents (12%)

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Criminal damage

2 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.

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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