Energy Performance Certificate
9, Owston Drive
LE18 2EN
WIGSTON
Current
C
72
Potential
C
80
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in WIGSTON, LE18 2EN. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (72/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £836, comprising £652 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 3.4 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in August 2015 for £157,000.
How Does 9, Owston Drive Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 72/100, this WIGSTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £836 are approximately £964 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 111m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.4 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 LE18 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs WIGSTON
vs LE18
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 72/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £104/year more than the WIGSTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 21 Nov 2014
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Property Information
Full Address
9, Owston Drive
LE18 2EN
WIGSTON
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
111.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
72 / 100
Potential: 80
CO₂ Emissions
3.4 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
159 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
21 Nov 2014
marketed sale
About WIGSTON
WIGSTON is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in WIGSTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The LE18 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the WIGSTON area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£157,000
14 August 2015
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£652.0/yr
Hot Water
£110.0/yr
Lighting
83.0% low energy
£74.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 100 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 83% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Water Leys Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Wigston Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Wigston College
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
Fairfield Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2021
All Saints Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Little Hill Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2023
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School
All-throughLast inspected: Nov 2021
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
90 incidents (38%)
Anti-social behaviour
30 incidents (13%)
Shoplifting
26 incidents (11%)
Public order
25 incidents (10%)
Criminal damage
19 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.