What is the average EPC rating in GL1 5?

The average EPC rating in GL1 5 is band D. This is based on 3,543 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gloucester.

How many properties in GL1 5 need energy improvements?

68% of properties in GL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.

What EPC improvements are commonly recommended in GL1?

The most frequently recommended improvements in GL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,713 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,110 properties), and solar water heating (8,804 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

Postcode sector

EPC ratings in GL1 5

3,543 properties in GL1 5 have EPC certificates, with an average rating of D—matching the GL1 average. 68% of homes here are rated D-G, indicating significant potential for energy improvements. This sector is part of GL1 in Gloucester. Enter your postcode below to see your property's full EPC report and improvement recommendations.

Average band

Total properties

3,543

Band A-C

32%

Higher efficiency homes

Band D-G

68%

Homes needing improvement

EPC distribution

Percentage of properties in each EPC band across GL1 5.

A0%

B13%

C19%

D45%

E19%

F3%

G1%

Most properties in GL1 5 could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. Common upgrades in GL1 include solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp and low energy lighting for all fixed outlets.

Recent EPCs

Anonymised sample of recent certificates for this sector.

Address	Type	Rating	Date	View
Dorney Road House•1 months ago	House	C	1 months ago	View report
Stroud Road House•1 months ago	House	E	1 months ago	View report
Kitchener Avenue House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gardner Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
New Street House•1 months ago	House	D	1 months ago	View report
Gardner Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Gardner Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Gardner Court Flat•1 months ago	Flat	B	1 months ago	View report
Top Floor Flat Flat•1 months ago	Flat	D	1 months ago	View report
Winget Close Bungalow•1 months ago	Bungalow	B	1 months ago	View report

Common improvements in GL1

These upgrades are frequently recommended for properties in this area.

1
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp
10713 occurrences · Code M
2
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets
9110 occurrences · Code H
3
Solar water heating
8804 occurrences · Code L
4
Internal or external wall insulation
8665 occurrences · Code C
5
Floor insulation (solid floor)
3745 occurrences · Code E

Helpful guides

Frequently asked questions about GL1 5

: The average EPC rating in GL1 5 is band D. This is based on 3,543 properties with EPC certificates in this postcode sector, located in Gloucester.
: 68% of properties in GL1 5 are rated D-G and could benefit from energy efficiency improvements. 32% are already rated A-C, indicating good energy performance.
: The most frequently recommended improvements in GL1 are solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kwp (10,713 properties), low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (9,110 properties), and solar water heating (8,804 properties). The specific recommendations vary based on each property's current features.

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