Energy Performance Certificate
Apartment 42, The Shoe Factory
LE4 5DF
LEICESTER
Current
D
59
Potential
D
60
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in LEICESTER, LE4 5DF. The property offers 112.56m² (1212 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (59/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. The property has modern timber frame or system-built walls, which typically offer good insulation properties when properly maintained. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £823, comprising £570 for heating, £156 for hot water, and £97 for lighting. The property produces 3.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. For landlords: This rental property with a D rating is positioned above the current minimum standard. With proposed changes to require a C rating by 2028, modest improvements now could future-proof your compliance.
How Does Apartment 42 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 59/100, this LEICESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £823 are approximately £977 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 112.56m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.7 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 LE4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 59/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £97/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 24 Nov 2008
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Property Information
Full Address
Apartment 42
The Shoe Factory
Abbey Park Road
LE4 5DF
LEICESTER
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
112.56 m²
4.0 total rooms
4.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
59 / 100
Potential: 60
CO₂ Emissions
3.7 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
217 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
24 Nov 2008
rental (private)
About LEICESTER
LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The LE4 postcode district contains over 29700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Room heaters, electric
£570.0/yr
Hot Water
£156.0/yr
Lighting
50.0% low energy
£97.0/yr
Save £32/yr
Building Elements
Walls
System built, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Flat, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Room heaters, electric
Main Fuel
electricity - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 69 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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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.