Home Checkup

Energy Performance Certificate

1 Swallow Close

BA12 8DU

WARMINSTER

Current

D

67

Potential

B

84

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in WARMINSTER, BA12 8DU. The property offers 76m² (818 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 4 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (67/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (84/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation for improved thermal efficiency. 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 £718, comprising £561 for heating, £81 for hot water, and £76 for lighting. The property produces 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in April 2025 for £280,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 1 Swallow Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 67/100, this WARMINSTER property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £718 are approximately £1082 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 3.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BA12 postcode district.

📊

How This Property Compares

🇬🇧

vs UK Average

This property67
Average60
+12% better
🏘️

vs WARMINSTER

This property67
Average60
+12% better
📮

vs BA12

This property67
Average58
+16% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 67/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £152/year less than the WARMINSTER average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

D(67 points)

Potential Rating

B(84 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 11 Oct 2022

Advertisement

🚚

Planning a Move? Get Expert Removals

We Got The Moves are professional removal specialists helping families and businesses move across the UK. Get a free, no-obligation quote today.

Free
Quote
Nationwide
Coverage
Trusted
Professionals
Get a Free Quote

Ad • wegotthemove.co.uk

Property Information

📍

Full Address

1 Swallow Close

BA12 8DU

WARMINSTER

🏠

Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

📅

Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

📐

Floor Area

76.0

4.0 total rooms

4.0 heated

🔑

Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

67 / 100

Potential: 84

🌍

CO₂ Emissions

3.2 tonnes/year

43 kg/m²

📊

Energy Consumption

242 kWh/m²/year

🔍

Last Inspected

11 Oct 2022

marketed sale

📍

About WARMINSTER

WARMINSTER is situated in Somerset, South West. Properties in WARMINSTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £309 below the WARMINSTER average, offering good value. The BA12 postcode district contains over 10600 registered properties.

🗺️

Location & Nearby Area

Scroll to load map

💷

Property Sale History

£280,000

28 April 2025

Type: Semi-Detached

+£65,000(+30.2%)

vs previous sale

£215,000

4 May 2018

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 30.2% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

🔥

Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£561.0/yr

Save £93/yr

🚿

Hot Water

£81.0/yr

Save £25/yr

💡

Lighting

88.0% low energy

£76.0/yr

Building Elements

🧱

Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
🏗️

Roof

Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation

Average
🪟

Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
📦

Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

🔥

Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

💡

Lighting

Low energy lighting in 88% of fixed outlets

Very Good
My Priority Is...

Showing quick wins with fastest payback first

💰 Save £1,368/year

With 3 selected upgrades

⚡ Bill-Free Living(inc. solar export income)
Journey to A
DA
19,500
Property Value Boost
Investment
£16,500
Payback
~12 yrs
Current Costs
£718/yr
🔮

Future Energy Price Simulator

Drag to see how rising prices affect your savings

0%
Today's Prices
Today+10%+20%+30%+40%+50%

Your Savings Today

£1,368/yr

£13,680 over 10 years

Move slider to see

£1,368/yr

£13,680 over 10 years

Build Your Upgrade Plan

Sorted by best return on investment (quick wins first)

1
🧱

Cavity Wall Insulation

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

Save £250/yrPayback: ~8 years+4 EPC points
£2,000
Cost
2
☀️

Solar Panels + Battery

Your house is ideal for solar. OVO: UK's #1 green energy supplier.

Save £1000/yrPayback: ~11 years+7 EPC points
£11,000
Cost
3
🌱

Air Source Heat Pump

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

Save £118/yrPayback: ~30 years+10 EPC points
🏛️ £7,500 BUS Grant Available
£3,500
£11,000
Cost

Get FREE Quotes in Warminster

Compare prices from trusted local tradesmen - no obligation, 100% free

Trusted by thousands of UK homeowners

Advertisement

📊 Compare with UK-Wide Property Data

See how this property compares to national averages. Explore energy efficiency trends, top-rated areas, and comprehensive UK property statistics.

View UK Property Insights →
🏫

Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Princecroft Primary School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awayBA12 8NT

Last inspected: Mar 2018

Good

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awayBA12 8LF

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

The Minster CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayBA12 8JA

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Crockerton CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1 miles awayBA12 8AB

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre

Primary
📍1 miles awayBA12 9AA

Last inspected: Jan 2023

Good

New Close Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayBA12 9JJ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

St John's CofE School

Primary
📍1.3 miles awayBA12 9JY

Last inspected: Oct 2021

Good

Kingdown School

Secondary
📍1.5 miles awayBA12 9DR

Last inspected: Nov 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.

🌐

Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
⬇️

Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
⬆️

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.

Getting Ripped Off by Your Local Tradesman in Warminster?

Find out with a 100% FREE quote - costs nothing, no obligation

🔧👷🏠
Find Trades
🛡️

Area Safety

Low Crime58 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) has low crime compared to national averages

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
📊

violent crime

19 incidents (33%)

🔊

Anti-social behaviour

9 incidents (16%)

⚖️

Public order

7 incidents (12%)

🛒

Shoplifting

7 incidents (12%)

🔥

Criminal damage

6 incidents (10%)

About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.

More Properties in BA12 8DU

Showing properties in the same postcode. Click to view detailed EPC data for each property.

Advertisement

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.

Jump to section