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Flat 3, Auburn House

LE8 4DA

LEICESTER

Current

D

68

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached flat is located in LEICESTER, LE8 4DA. The property offers 36m² (388 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). This property benefits from a air source heat pump system, which can deliver 3-4 units of heat for every unit of electricity used. Heat pumps are eligible for the £7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant, making them increasingly popular for UK homes seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1230, comprising £401 for heating, £700 for hot water, and £129 for lighting. The property produces 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very 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 Flat 3 Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this LEICESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1230 are approximately £570 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 36m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.7 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 LE8 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property68
Average60
+13% better
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vs LEICESTER

This property68
Average61
+11% better
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vs LE8

This property68
Average63
+8% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £504/year more than the LEICESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(68 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 18 May 2023

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Property Information

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Full Address

Flat 3

Auburn House

Auburn Road

LE8 4DA

LEICESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

36.0

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

Rented (social)

Efficiency Score

68 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

1.7 tonnes/year

46 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

274 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

18 May 2023

rental

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About LEICESTER

LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). Heating costs are £325 below the LEICESTER average, offering good value. The LE8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

£401.0/yr

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Hot Water

£700.0/yr

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Lighting

20.0% low energy

£129.0/yr

Save £58/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

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Heating System

Air source heat pump, radiators, electric

Average

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets

Poor

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayLE8 4EG

Last inspected: Jun 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Blaby Thistly Meadow Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE8 4FE

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayLE8 6NJ

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Badgerbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayLE8 6ZW

Last inspected: Sept 2011

Outstanding

Glen Hills Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayLE2 9NY

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Countesthorpe Academy

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awayLE8 5PR

Last inspected: Jul 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Rolleston Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLE2 9PT

Last inspected: May 2022

Good

South Wigston High School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awayLE18 4TA

Last inspected: Dec 2022

?Serious Weaknesses

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

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 484 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:484 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:194 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

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

Moderate89 incidents/month

Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

31 incidents (35%)

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Anti-social behaviour

23 incidents (26%)

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Criminal damage

10 incidents (11%)

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Theft

6 incidents (7%)

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Burglary

5 incidents (6%)

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.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

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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