Energy Performance Certificate
9 The Elms, Blaby
LE8 4EJ
LEICESTER
Current
D
66
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LEICESTER, LE8 4EJ. The property offers 113m² (1216 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (66/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (79/100). 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 £2375, comprising £1963 for heating, £250 for hot water, and £162 for lighting. The property produces 4.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2024 for £287,500, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 9 The Elms Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 66/100, this LEICESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Energy costs of £2375 annually are £575 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. The 113m² floor area is above the UK average of 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 LE8 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 66/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £1649/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 24 Aug 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
9 The Elms
Blaby
LE8 4EJ
LEICESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1967-1975
Floor Area
113.0 m²
5.0 total rooms
5.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
66 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
4.3 tonnes/year
38 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
217 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Aug 2023
marketed sale
About LEICESTER
LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £1237 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£287,500
6 June 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£232,000
29 September 2017
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 23.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1963.0/yr
Save £288/yr
Hot Water
£250.0/yr
Save £82/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£162.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, 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
Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Blaby Thistly Meadow Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Badgerbrook Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2011
Glen Hills Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2018
Countesthorpe Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Rolleston Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
South Wigston High School
SecondaryLast inspected: Dec 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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
31 incidents (35%)
Anti-social behaviour
23 incidents (26%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (10%)
Burglary
5 incidents (6%)
Theft
5 incidents (6%)
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.