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Lodge Farm, Waltham Road

LE14 4DB

Harby

Current

C

76

Potential

B

86

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in Harby, LE14 4DB. The property offers 253m² (2723 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (76/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (86/100). This property benefits from a ground 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 loft insulation is rated very good, meeting or exceeding the recommended 270mm depth for optimal thermal performance. 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 £2875, comprising £2251 for heating, £493 for hot water, and £131 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does Lodge Farm Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 76/100, this Harby property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Energy costs of £2875 annually are £1075 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 253m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²). CO2 emissions of 1.5 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 LE14 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs Harby

This property76
Average60
+27% better
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vs LE14

This property76
Average56
+36% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 76/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £2025/year more than the Harby average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(76 points)

Potential Rating

B(86 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

Lodge Farm

Waltham Road

LE14 4DB

Harby

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

253.0

7.0 total rooms

7.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

76 / 100

Potential: 86

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

6 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

60 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

11 Aug 2025

marketed sale

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About Harby

Harby is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in Harby have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1401 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE14 postcode district contains over 6400 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

£2251.0/yr

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Hot Water

£493.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£131.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 300 mm loft insulation

Very Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, insulated (assumed)

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Heating System

Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric

Very Good

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Harby Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awayLE14 4BZ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Stathern Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayLE14 4HX

Last inspected: Mar 2010

Outstanding

Hose Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayLE14 4JE

Last inspected: Feb 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Long Clawson Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍2.5 miles awayLE14 4PB

Last inspected: Nov 2018

Good

Scalford Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.6 miles awayLE14 4DT
?Not yet rated

Langar CofE Primary School

Primary
📍3.7 miles awayNG13 9HH
?Not yet rated

Waltham on the Wolds Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.1 miles awayLE14 4AJ

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Redmile Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍4.3 miles awayNG13 0GL

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

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

Superfast Broadband

Average download speed: 200 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:30 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

BTSkyTalkTalkPlusnet

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

Very Low Crime1 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences very low crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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Vehicle crime

1 incidents (100%)

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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