Energy Performance Certificate
The Old Hen House, Debdale Lane
LE8 0QD
LEICESTER
Current
A
103
Potential
A
107
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in LEICESTER, LE8 0QD. The property offers 651m² (7007 sq ft) of generously-sized living space. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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. Estimated annual energy costs are £3270, comprising £2537 for heating, £415 for hot water, and £318 for lighting.
How Does The Old Hen House Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this LEICESTER property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Energy costs of £3270 annually are £1470 above the UK average. Improvements could reduce bills significantly. At 651m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
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.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs LEICESTER
vs LE8
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £2544/year more than the LEICESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 17 Jun 2024
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Property Information
Full Address
The Old Hen House
Debdale Lane
Smeeton Westerby
LE8 0QD
LEICESTER
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
2024
Floor Area
651.0 m²
NaN total rooms
NaN heated
Tenure
Not defined - use in the case of a new dwelling for which the intended tenure in not known. It is not to be used for an existing dwelling
Efficiency Score
103 / 100
Potential: 107
CO₂ Emissions
-1.7 tonnes/year
-3 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-15 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
17 Jun 2024
new dwelling
About LEICESTER
LEICESTER is situated in Leicestershire, East Midlands. Properties in LEICESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £1811 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The LE8 postcode district contains over 13300 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
£2537.0/yr
Hot Water
£415.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£318.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Average thermal transmittance 0.15 W/m-¦K
Roof
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Windows
High performance glazing
Floor
Average thermal transmittance 0.11 W/m-¦K
Heating System
Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric, Ground source heat pump, underfloor, electric
Main Fuel
Electricity: electricity, unspecified tariff
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Kibworth Mead Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: May 2022
Kibworth Church of England Primary School
PrimaryFleckney Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2012
Foxton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Church Langton Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2022
Great Glen St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Lubenham All Saints Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Arnesby Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2023
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: 395 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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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.