What is the average EPC rating in GL18 2?

The average EPC rating in GL18 2 is band D. This is based on 379 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.

How many properties in GL18 2 need energy improvements?

78% of properties in GL18 2 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 GL18?

The most frequently recommended improvements in GL18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,996 properties), solar water heating (2,911 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,659 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in GL18 2

379 properties in GL18 2 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—below the GL18 average. 78% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of GL18 in Forest of Dean. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

379

Band A-C

22%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

78%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across GL18 2.

A2%

B7%

C13%

D33%

E28%

F12%

G4%

Most properties in GL18 2 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in GL18 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
Windcross Dairy Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
The Willows House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Brooklands Farm House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Winding Pool Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Yew Tree Cottage House•1 months ago	House	B	1 months ago	View report
The Crypt Estate Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	A	1 months ago	View report
Windcross Dairy Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report
Crown Close House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Mill House House•7 months ago	House	D	7 months ago	View report
The Laurels House•7 months ago	House	F	7 months ago	View report

Common improvements in GL18

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
2996 occurrences · Code M
2
Solar water heating
2911 occurrences · Code L
3
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
1659 occurrences · Code H
4
Floor insulation (solid floor)
1180 occurrences · Code E
5
Wind turbine
753 occurrences · Code N

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Frequently asked questions about GL18 2

: The average EPC rating in GL18 2 is band D. This is based on 379 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Forest of Dean.
: 78% of properties in GL18 2 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 GL18 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (2,996 properties), solar water heating (2,911 properties), and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (1,659 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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