Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 2, 68 Padside Close
LE5 1PE
HAMILTON
Current
C
70
Potential
C
71
At a Glance
About This Property
This terraced flat is located in HAMILTON, LE5 1PE. The property offers 57.04m² (614 sq ft) of modest-sized living space. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £447, comprising £218 for heating, £166 for hot water, and £63 for lighting. The property produces 2.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 2 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this HAMILTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £447 are approximately £1353 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 57.04m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². At 2.8 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 LE5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HAMILTON
vs LE5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £239/year more than the HAMILTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 5 Feb 2010
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 2
68 Padside Close
LE5 1PE
HAMILTON
Property Type
Flat
Mid-Terrace
Construction Age
NO DATA!
Floor Area
57.04 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 71
CO₂ Emissions
2.8 tonnes/year
50 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
330 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
5 Feb 2010
new dwelling
About HAMILTON
HAMILTON is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in HAMILTON have an average EPC rating of C (score 70/100). The LE5 postcode district contains over 24500 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£218.0/yr
Hot Water
£166.0/yr
Lighting
NaN% low energy
£63.0/yr
Save £25/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.29 W/m?K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.16 W/m?K
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.37 W/m?K
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Hope Hamilton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2022
Kestrel Mead Primary Academy
PrimaryOrchard Mead Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Avanti Fields School
All-throughLast inspected: Apr 2023
Scraptoft Valley Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
St Josephs Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Humberstone Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2022
Humberstone Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 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) has slightly above average crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
48 incidents (33%)
Public order
21 incidents (15%)
Criminal damage
19 incidents (13%)
Anti-social behaviour
15 incidents (10%)
Shoplifting
15 incidents (10%)
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.