What is the average EPC rating in GL17 9?

The average EPC rating in GL17 9 is band D. This is based on 2,020 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.

How many properties in GL17 9 need energy improvements?

78% of properties in GL17 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in GL17?

The most frequently recommended improvements in GL17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,708 properties), solar water heating (3,573 properties), and floor insulation (solid floor) (1,893 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in GL17 9

2,020 properties in GL17 9 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the GL17 average. 78% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of GL17 in Forest of Dean. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

2,020

Band A-C

22%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

78%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across GL17 9.

A1%

B6%

C15%

D32%

E30%

F13%

G4%

Most properties in GL17 9 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in GL17 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
Stowfield Cottages House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Rose cottage House•1 months ago	House	F	1 months ago	View report
Edwards Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Forest Rise House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Crossways House•1 months ago	House	G	1 months ago	View report
Little Haven House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
The Old True Hart House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Edwards Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Melville Cottages House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
Edwards Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in GL17

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
3708 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
3573 occurrences · Code L
3
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1893 occurrences · Code E
4
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1852 occurrences · Code H
5
Internal or external wall insulation
1324 occurrences · Code C

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about GL17 9

: The average EPC rating in GL17 9 is band D. This is based on 2,020 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.
: 78% of properties in GL17 9 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 22% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in GL17 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (3,708 properties), solar water heating (3,573 properties), and floor insulation (solid floor) (1,893 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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