Emergency services were called to the scene at 2:30 am.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service went to the house fire in Charnwood Road, Hinckley just after 2.30 am today (Thursday 13 January).
A statement from Leicestershire Police said: "A man was found deceased inside the property."
They have confirmed that the fire and death are not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for HM Coroner.
Identification will also be a matter for the coroner.
CBE honour for former Leicestershire Chief Constable
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Cold-health alert for East Midlands
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Man charged with murder after pub assault
A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder of David Darke in Appleby Magna.
Man dies after serious assault in Appleby Magna
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Police are investigating thefts at Fosse Park.
Body found in search for missing Loughbrough student
Following a search of the river, a body has been located.
Unwanted bikes needed to give to Leicestershire’s young people a chance to learn to cycle
"Far too many children miss out on learning to ride because they don’t have access to a bike at home."
Charnwood Borough Council’s draft budget open for consultation
The draft budget proposes increasing Charnwood’s share of the Council tax.
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