Our Data Sources
278, Western Road, Leicester has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2018.
We combine this information with public data of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 278, Western Road, Leicester would be worth £178,934, with a potential rental value of £972 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £158,484, with a rental value of £860 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
278, Western Road, Leicester occupies a 77 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 28 other houses in this postcode, 18 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 11th largest.
Energy Efficiency
278, Western Road, Leicester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 16 Mar 2018.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
278, Western Road, Leicester last changed hands on 15th September 2003, selling for £79,950. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
- Sold Sep 2003£79,950
- Sold Jan 1996£33,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 267 sales of comparable properties within 290 metres of 278, Western Road, Leicester since 2020.
Most recently, 110, Wilberforce Road, Leicester, LE3 0DG, a freehold house, sold at £172,000 on the 24th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in LE3.
- Sold Mar 2026£172,000 | 3 Bed House110, Wilberforce Road, Leicester, LE3 0DG110, Wilberforce Road, Leicester, LE3 0DG
- Sold Nov 2025£160,500 | 3 Bed House240, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0EA240, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0EA
- Sold Jul 2025£163,000 | 3 Bed House320, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0EB320, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0EB
- Sold Jun 2025£151,500 | 3 Bed House338, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0ED338, Western Road, Leicester, LE3 0ED
- Sold Apr 2025£155,000 | 3 Bed House56, Walton Street, Leicester, LE3 0DY56, Walton Street, Leicester, LE3 0DY
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £156,490, ranging from £126,102 to £173,508.
- 276 Western Road
3 Bed House | 3 m | Est. Value: £163,732
- Flat 2, 280 Western Road
1 Bed Flat | 6 m | Est. Value: £132,650
- Flat 1, 280 Western Road
1 Bed Flat | 6 m | Est. Value: £140,224
- 274 Western Road
3 Bed House | 7 m | Est. Value: £163,732
- 282 Western Road
3 Bed House | 9 m | Est. Value: £172,483
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 278, Western Road, Leicester as the 90th largest and the 51st most expensive of the 1310 addresses on Western Road, Leicester, LE3.
Against the LE3 postcode district average, it is £50k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Mary's Fields Academy700 m away
- Shaftesbury Junior School700 m away
- Hazel Community Primary School800 m away
- Fullhurst Community College800 m away
- Castle Mead Academy1.5 km away
- Moat Community College2.2 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Leicester|1.8 km away
- South Wigston|4.7 km away
- Narborough|6.9 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












