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31, Squirrel Close, Quedgeley

GL2 4XT

GLOUCESTER

Current

D

58

Potential

C

76

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in GLOUCESTER, GL2 4XT. The property offers 27m² (291 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is built during the 1980s construction period. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (76/100). The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £596, comprising £390 for heating, £158 for hot water, and £48 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 31, Squirrel Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this GLOUCESTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £596 are approximately £1204 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 27m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the GL2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property58
Average60
-3% below
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vs GLOUCESTER

This property58
Average63
-8% below
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vs GL2

This property58
Average65
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £48/year less than the GLOUCESTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
C69-80
Potential
D55-68
Current
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

D(58 points)

Potential Rating

C(76 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 13 Nov 2018

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Property Information

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Full Address

31, Squirrel Close

Quedgeley

GL2 4XT

GLOUCESTER

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

27.0

1.0 total rooms

1.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

58 / 100

Potential: 76

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

84 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

497 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Nov 2018

marketed sale

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About GLOUCESTER

GLOUCESTER is situated in Gloucestershire, South West. Properties in GLOUCESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). Heating costs are £254 below the GLOUCESTER average, offering good value. The GL2 postcode district contains over 20500 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Room heaters, electric

£390.0/yr

Save £195/yr

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Hot Water

£158.0/yr

Save £35/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£48.0/yr

Save £22/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(another dwelling below)

NO DATA!
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Heating System

Room heaters, electric

Very Poor

Main Fuel

electricity (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Field Court Junior School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGL2 4UF

Last inspected: Sept 2014

Outstanding

Field Court Church of England Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGL2 4UF

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Hardwicke Parochial Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.3 miles awayGL2 4QG

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Severn Vale School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awayGL2 4PR

Last inspected: Feb 2020

Good

Beech Green Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayGL2 4WD

Last inspected: Apr 2023

Good

Clearwater Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.7 miles awayGL2 4GH

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Kingsway Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayGL2 2AR

Last inspected: Feb 2022

Good

Waterwells Primary Academy

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayGL2 2FX

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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