Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 1, Soar Lodge
LE3 5FQ
LEICESTER
Current
B
83
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached flat is located in LEICESTER, LE3 5FQ. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. With an EPC rating of B (83/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. Estimated annual energy costs are £290, comprising £186 for heating, £56 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 1.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 1 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 83/100, this LEICESTER property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £290 are approximately £1510 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.0 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 LE3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 83/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 15% nationally
Energy Costs: £436/year less than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 19 Apr 2022
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 1
Soar Lodge
1 Grand Union Embankment
LE3 5FQ
LEICESTER
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
2022
Floor Area
53.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
83 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
1.0 tonnes/year
18 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
102 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
19 Apr 2022
new dwelling
About LEICESTER
LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £540 below the LEICESTER average, offering good value. The LE3 postcode district contains over 35200 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£186.0/yr
Hot Water
£56.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£48.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.25 W/m-¦K
Roof
(other premises above)
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
Gas: mains gas
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Castle Mead Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Oct 2023
Brook Mead Academy
SecondarySlater Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Fosse Mead Primary Academy
PrimaryKing Richard III Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2022
Shaftesbury Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Inglehurst Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Inglehurst Infant School
PrimaryAbout 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
447 incidents (31%)
Public order
197 incidents (14%)
Anti-social behaviour
175 incidents (12%)
Shoplifting
174 incidents (12%)
Criminal damage
117 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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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.