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Dowry Farm, Launde Road

LE15 8DS

Oakham

Current

A

103

Potential

A

107

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in Oakham, LE15 8DS. The property offers 27m² (291 sq ft) of compact living space. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. Estimated annual energy costs are £303, comprising £179 for heating, £98 for hot water, and £26 for lighting. The property produces 0.3 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Dowry Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this Oakham property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £303 are approximately £1497 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 27m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 0.3 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property103
Average60
+72% better
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vs Oakham

This property103
Average74
+39% better
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vs LE15

This property103
Average60
+72% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £393/year less than the Oakham average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

A(103 points)

Potential Rating

A(107 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Oct 2020

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Property Information

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Full Address

Dowry Farm

Launde Road

Withcote

LE15 8DS

Oakham

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Floor Area

27.0

NaN total rooms

NaN heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

103 / 100

Potential: 107

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CO₂ Emissions

0.3 tonnes/year

11 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-74 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Oct 2020

new dwelling

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About Oakham

Oakham is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in Oakham have an average EPC rating of C (score 74/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £517 below the Oakham average, offering good value. 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

Boiler and radiators, oil

£179.0/yr

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Hot Water

£98.0/yr

Save £37/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£26.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Average thermal transmittance 0.23 W/m-¦K

Very Good
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Roof

Average thermal transmittance 0.21 W/m-¦K

Good
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Windows

High performance glazing

Very Good
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Floor

Average thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m-¦K

Good
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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, oil

Average

Main Fuel

Oil: heating oil

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Brooke Hill Academy

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayLE15 6HQ

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Catmose Primary

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayLE15 6SH

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

Somerby Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayLE14 2PZ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Tugby Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayLE7 9WD

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

Catmose College

Secondary
📍3.9 miles awayLE15 6RP

Last inspected: Feb 2012

Outstanding

Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Primary
📍4.4 miles awayLE15 7HY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayLE15 6EH

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Oakham CofE Primary School

Primary
📍4.5 miles awayLE15 6GY
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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

📻Basic Broadband

Average download speed: 2 Mbps

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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:2 Mbps
Maximum:67 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:0 Mbps
Maximum:50 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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.

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