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⚠️ High Energy Cost Property

Energy Performance Certificate

The Barracks, Sapperton

GL7 6LH

CIRENCESTER

Current

G

13

Potential

D

58

This G-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run

This Property

£10,793

estimated per year

UK Average

£1,800

per year

After Improvements

£4,957

potential per year

This property costs approximately £8,993 more per year than the UK average. Recommended improvements could save up to £5,836 annually.

💰 Government Grants Available for This Property

🏛️ BUS Grant

£7,500

Off the cost of an air source heat pump. Available now — limited places.

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🏠 ECO4 Scheme

Free

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How to Improve This G-Rated Property

With the right upgrades, this property could reach a D rating — saving up to £5,836 per year. Improvements are ranked by return on investment.

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Payback
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Current Costs
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Air Source Heat Pump

Ultra-efficient heating with £7,500 government grant. OVO: MCS certified installation.

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🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost
2
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Loft Insulation

Your roof is rated Very Poor. Cheapest upgrade with fastest payback — top up to 270mm.

Save £200/yrPayback: ~5 years+3 EPC points
£1,000
Cost
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Cavity Wall Insulation

Your walls are rated Very Poor. Cavity fill is quick and cost-effective.

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£2,000
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Why Does This Property Have a G Rating?

This detached house is located in CIRENCESTER, GL7 6LH. The property offers 372m² (4004 sq ft) of generously-sized living space with 12 habitable rooms. It is a period property with Victorian or earlier origins. Currently rated G (13/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a D rating (58/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. The pitched roof lacks adequate insulation. Topping up loft insulation to 270mm (the recommended depth) typically costs £300-£500 and could save £150-£250 annually, with the investment often paying for itself within 2-3 years. Estimated annual energy costs are £10793, comprising £10147 for heating, £299 for hot water, and £347 for lighting. The property produces 47.0 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is high for a UK home.

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

G(13 points)

Achievable Rating

D(58 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 7 Dec 2021

What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?

The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.

🧱 Walls

Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🏗️ Roof

Pitched, no insulation (assumed)

Very Poor

🪟 Windows

Mostly secondary glazing

Average

📦 Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

Average

🚿 Hot Water

NaN

Poor

💡 Lighting

13.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 13% of fixed outlets

Poor

Property Information

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Full Address

The Barracks

Sapperton

GL7 6LH

CIRENCESTER

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Property Type

House

Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: before 1900

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Floor Area

372.0

12.0 total rooms

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CO₂ Emissions

47.0 tonnes/year

126 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

861 kWh/m²/year

G-Rated Properties in CIRENCESTER

CIRENCESTER properties with G ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (GL7) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential

🔥 Heating

Electric storage heaters

£10147 /yr

Save £5612/yr with improvements

🚿 Hot Water

£299 /yr

Save £62/yr with improvements

💡 Lighting

13.0% low energy

£347 /yr

Save £162/yr with improvements

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Sapperton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awayGL7 6LQ

Last inspected: Oct 2018

Good

Oakridge Parochial School

Primary
📍1.9 miles awayGL6 7NR

Last inspected: Oct 2022

Good

Chalford Hill Primary School

Primary
📍2.8 miles awayGL6 8LG

Last inspected: Jul 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Bisley Blue Coat Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayGL6 7BE

Last inspected: Apr 2022

Good

Rodmarton Primary School

Primary
📍3.1 miles awayGL7 6PE

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Thomas Keble School

Secondary
📍3.3 miles awayGL6 7DY

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Eastcombe Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayGL6 7EA

Last inspected: Oct 2023

Good

Bussage Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍3.4 miles awayGL6 8FW

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
⬇️

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.

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

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