What is the average EPC rating in GL16 7?

The average EPC rating in GL16 7 is band D. This is based on 2,285 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.

How many properties in GL16 7 need energy improvements?

53% of properties in GL16 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in GL16?

The most frequently recommended improvements in GL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,838 properties), solar water heating (4,517 properties), and floor insulation (solid floor) (2,097 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in GL16 7

2,285 properties in GL16 7 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the GL16 average. 53% of homes are rated D-G. This sector is part of GL16 in Forest of Dean. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,285

Band A-C

47%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

53%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across GL16 7.

A2%

B16%

C29%

D33%

E15%

F5%

G1%

Energy efficiency in GL16 7 is typical for the GL16 area. There are opportunities for improvement across various property types.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Aston Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Owls Eye Close House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Wilkes Meadow House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Aston Close Flat•1 months ago	Flat	C	1 months ago	View report
Hillcrest Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Aston Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wilkes Meadow House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Hillcrest Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Wilkes Meadow Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Hillcrest Road House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in GL16

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
4838 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
4517 occurrences · Code L
3
Floor insulation (solid floor)
2097 occurrences · Code E
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
2008 occurrences · Code H
5
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler
1415 occurrences · Code J

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about GL16 7

: The average EPC rating in GL16 7 is band D. This is based on 2,285 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.
: 53% of properties in GL16 7 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 47% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in GL16 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (4,838 properties), solar water heating (4,517 properties), and floor insulation (solid floor) (2,097 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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