Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 101, Shakespeare Towers
LS9 7UG
LEEDS
Current
F
22
Potential
F
22
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£4,807
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£4,807
potential per year
This property costs approximately £3,007 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £0 annually.
⚖️ Landlord Legal Compliance — Action Required
This F-rated property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without a valid registered exemption. Fines of up to £30,000 apply. Immediate improvements are required to reach at least an E rating.
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached flat is located in LEEDS, LS9 7UG. The property offers 75m² (807 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. Currently rated F (22/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. Underfloor heating provides even heat distribution and works particularly well with heat pumps due to the lower water temperatures required. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £4807, comprising £2705 for heating, £1929 for hot water, and £173 for lighting. The property produces 6.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. IMPORTANT FOR LANDLORDS: With an EPC rating of F, this property does not meet the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). Since April 2020, landlords cannot legally let properties rated F or G without registering a valid exemption. Penalties for non-compliance can reach up to £30,000. Immediate improvements are required to bring the property to at least an E rating.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2022
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.46 W/m-¦K
🏗️ Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.4 W/m-¦K
🪟 Windows
Fully double glazed
📦 Floor
(other premises below)
🔥 Heating
Electric underfloor heating
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
75.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Flat 101
Shakespeare Towers
LS9 7UG
LEEDS
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
2023
Floor Area
75.0 m²
NaN total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.8 tonnes/year
90 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
531 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in LEEDS
LEEDS properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (LS9) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
Electric underfloor heating
£2705 /yr
🚿 Hot Water
£1929 /yr
💡 Lighting
75.0% low energy
£173 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Co-op Academy Leeds
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Co-op Academy Nightingale
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2022
Shakespeare Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
Ebor Gardens Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2019
Co-op Academy Brownhill
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Trinity Academy Leeds
SecondarySt Patrick Catholic Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Harehills Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
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
477 incidents (41%)
Public order
105 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
85 incidents (7%)
Theft
82 incidents (7%)
Anti-social behaviour
79 incidents (7%)
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.
Data Sources: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, Police.uk crime statistics.
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