What is the average EPC rating in GL53 8?

The average EPC rating in GL53 8 is band D. This is based on 1,516 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cheltenham.

How many properties in GL53 8 need energy improvements?

66% of properties in GL53 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in GL53?

The most frequently recommended improvements in GL53 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,554 properties), solar water heating (5,101 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,534 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in GL53 8

1,516 properties in GL53 8 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the GL53 average. 66% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of GL53 in Cheltenham. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

1,516

Band A-C

34%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

66%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across GL53 8.

A0%

B5%

C29%

D47%

E15%

F3%

G0%

Most properties in GL53 8 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in GL53 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and solar water heating.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Buckles Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Cudnall Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Cirencester Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Little Pheasants Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
School Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Lyefield Road West House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Old Barns Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	D	1 months ago	View report
East End Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
School Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
School Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in GL53

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
6554 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
5101 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
4534 occurrences · Code H
4
Internal or external wall insulation
2515 occurrences · Code C
5
Cavity wall insulation
2226 occurrences · Code B

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about GL53 8

: The average EPC rating in GL53 8 is band D. This is based on 1,516 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Cheltenham.
: 66% of properties in GL53 8 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 34% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in GL53 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (6,554 properties), solar water heating (5,101 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (4,534 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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