Energy Performance Certificate
Flat The Water Tower, Wing Road
LE15 8SZ
MANTON
Current
E
43
Potential
D
63
๐ Upcoming Regulation Change โ Plan Ahead
The government has proposed raising the minimum EPC standard to C by 2028 for new rental tenancies and 2030 for all tenancies. This E-rated property would need to improve by two bands to comply. Acting now costs less and avoids deadline pressure.
Now
E
Current rating
Target (2028)
C
Minimum required
Achievable
D
With improvements
Running Costs: How This Property Compares
This Property
ยฃ3,151
estimated per year
UK Average
ยฃ1,800
per year
After Improvements
ยฃ1,862
potential per year
This property costs approximately ยฃ1,351 more per year than the UK average. Improvements could save up to ยฃ1,289 annually.
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ยฃ7,500
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ยฃ2,718/yr
ยฃ27,180 over 10 years
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ยฃ27,180 over 10 years
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About This E-Rated Property
This detached flat is located in MANTON, LE15 8SZ. The property offers 68mยฒ (732 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. The property has an EPC rating of E (43/100), which is below average but still meets minimum rental requirements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (63/100). The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are ยฃ3151, comprising ยฃ2583 for heating, ยฃ445 for hot water, and ยฃ123 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
Energy Efficiency Rating
๐ Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 14 Dec 2023
Building Elements โ Improvement Opportunities
Poor and average-rated elements are your biggest opportunities to raise the EPC score and cut bills.
๐งฑ Walls
Solid brick, with internal insulation
๐๏ธ Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
๐ช Windows
Fully double glazed
๐ฆ Floor
(other premises below)
๐ฅ Heating
Room heaters, electric
๐ฟ Hot Water
NaN
๐ก Lighting
100.0% low energy โ Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
Flat The Water Tower
Wing Road
LE15 8SZ
MANTON
Property Type
Flat
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
68.0 mยฒ
2.0 total rooms
COโ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
Energy Consumption
390 kWh/mยฒ/year
E-Rated Properties in MANTON
MANTON has a mix of older and newer housing stock. E-rated properties in this area typically pre-date modern insulation standards but are strong candidates for improvement โ particularly insulation and heating system upgrades, which can lift ratings by two or more bands.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Running Costs โ Current vs Potential
๐ฅ Heating
Room heaters, electric
ยฃ2583 /yr
Save ยฃ1429/yr
๐ฟ Hot Water
ยฃ445 /yr
๐ก Lighting
100.0% low energy
ยฃ123 /yr
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Edith Weston Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Brooke Hill Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
Uppingham Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Catmose Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2021
Leighfield Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2018
St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2018
Oakham CofE Primary 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: 419 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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