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BS37 Thornbury and Yate
South Gloucestershire Rating C Score: 69 / 100

BS37 is around the national average for energy efficiency.

When it comes to energy performance, BS37 in South Gloucestershire manages an average of 69 out of 100, placing it around the national average. Compared to the national average of 67, that puts BS37 around the norm for England and Wales. The most common rating band is C, with 25.2% of homes rated A or B and 62.9% in the C or D bands. Meanwhile, 2.7% of homes sit in the F or G bands — the least efficient categories. In practical terms, a C rating suggests reasonably efficient homes, though there is still room for improvement on heating and insulation.

The area is characterised by houses. Around 73% of properties are owner-occupied . Gas central heating is the main fuel source for 82% of homes, which is typical for urban areas across England.

There is genuine room for improvement here. If every recommended upgrade were carried out, the average score could climb from 69 to 84 — a 15-point jump that would lift the typical rating to B. That is a substantial gain, suggesting many homes are missing basic efficiency measures. If you live in BS37 and want to reduce your energy bills, start with our guide to loft insulation — it is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make.

EPC Rating Distribution

A
161 (1.3%)
B
3,038 (23.9%)
C
4,082 (32.1%)
D
3,919 (30.8%)
E
1,172 (9.2%)
F
284 (2.2%)
G
59 (0.5%)

Energy Efficiency Score

69
BS37 avg
67
National avg
+2 points vs national average

Potential score if all improvements made: 84 (rating B)

Recommended Improvements

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More data — property types, tenure & fuel

Property Types

10,050
House
1,822
Flat
705
Bungalow
136
Maisonette
2
Park home

Tenure

7,265
Owner-occupied
1,709
Private rented
960
Social rented

Main Fuel Types

10,433
gas
1,451
electric
695
oil
136
other

Frequently asked questions

What is the average EPC rating in BS37?

Homes in BS37 have an average EPC rating of C, scoring 69 out of 100 for energy efficiency. That figure comes from 12,715 certificates issued across the district.

This is broadly in line with the national average of 67 — neither particularly efficient nor particularly wasteful.

What percentage of homes in BS37 are rated F or G?

2.7% of homes in BS37 fall into the F or G bands — the lowest energy efficiency ratings. Nationally, the figure is 2.9%.

This is actually better than the national picture, suggesting the housing stock in BS37 is in relatively good shape — though any home rated F or G would still benefit enormously from basic upgrades. Landlords should note that F and G rated properties cannot legally be rented out under current MEES rules.

See all EPC data for South Gloucestershire →