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Energy Performance Certificate

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LE65 2FP

ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

Current

F

37

Potential

C

76

This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£1,998

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£1,007

potential per year

This property costs approximately £198 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £991 annually.

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£7,500

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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?

This detached house is located in ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH, LE65 2FP. The property offers 117m² (1259 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. Currently rated F (37/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The gas central heating system has average efficiency, indicating a boiler that may be 10-15 years old. While functional, upgrading to a modern A-rated condensing boiler could improve efficiency by 15-25%. 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 £1998, comprising £1526 for heating, £301 for hot water, and £171 for lighting. The property produces 10.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2022 for £499,950.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

F(37 points)

Achievable Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 30 Jun 2021

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation

Good

🪟 Windows

Fully double glazed

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy — No low energy lighting

Very Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

7 HIGHFIELDS CLOSE

LE65 2FP

ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

117.0

7.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

10.0 tonnes/year

86 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

487 kWh/m²/year

F-Rated Properties in ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LE65) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1526 /yr

Save £680/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£301 /yr

Save £226/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

0.0% low energy

£171 /yr

Save £85/yr with improvements

💷 Sales History

Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to C could add significant value.

£499,950

D

Feb 2022

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Ashby Hill Top Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLE65 2NF

Last inspected: Apr 2013

Outstanding

Ashby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayLE65 2LL

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Ashby Hastings Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE65 2AX
?Not yet rated

Ivanhoe School

Secondary
📍0.6 miles awayLE65 1HX

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Ashby Willesley Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE65 2QG

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Woodcote Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayLE65 1JX

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Ashby School

Secondary
📍0.8 miles awayLE65 1DT
?Not yet rated

Moira Primary School

Primary
📍1.5 miles awayDE12 6EX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

⚠️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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

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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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented.

Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.

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