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26 Lyndhurst Crescent

SN3 2RL

SWINDON

Current

D

57

Potential

C

69

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SWINDON, SN3 2RL. The property offers 91m² (980 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 5 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of D (57/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a C rating (69/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1071, comprising £912 for heating, £85 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 4.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2024 for £275,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 26 Lyndhurst Crescent Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 57/100, this SWINDON property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1071 are approximately £729 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 91m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SN3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property57
Average60
-5% below
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vs SWINDON

This property57
Average65
-12% below
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vs SN3

This property57
Average64
-11% below

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 57/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 55% nationally

Energy Costs: £440/year more than the SWINDON 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(57 points)

Potential Rating

C(69 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 28 Jan 2022

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Property Information

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Full Address

26 Lyndhurst Crescent

SN3 2RL

SWINDON

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1967-1975

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Floor Area

91.0

5.0 total rooms

5.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

57 / 100

Potential: 69

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CO₂ Emissions

4.6 tonnes/year

50 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

286 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

28 Jan 2022

marketed sale

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About SWINDON

SWINDON is situated in Wiltshire, South West. Properties in SWINDON have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £281 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SN3 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£275,000

26 July 2024

Type: Semi-Detached

+£13,000(+5.0%)

vs previous sale

£262,000

14 April 2022

Type: Semi-Detached

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 5.0% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£912.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Hot Water

£85.0/yr

Save £26/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£74.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Average
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Roof

Pitched, limited insulation (assumed)

Very Poor
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Goddard Park Community Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awaySN3 2QN

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍0.3 miles awaySN3 2PT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Mountford Manor Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySN3 3EZ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

OakTree Nursery and Primary School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySN3 2HA
?Not yet rated

Nythe Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySN3 3RR
?Not yet rated

Eldene Nursery and Primary School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySN3 3TQ

Last inspected: Mar 2022

Good

Lawn Manor Academy

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySN3 1ER

Last inspected: Jul 2023

Good

St Joseph's Catholic College

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySN3 3LR

Last inspected: Jan 2018

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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Area Safety

Higher Crime275 incidents/month

The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

114 incidents (41%)

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Anti-social behaviour

55 incidents (20%)

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Public order

22 incidents (8%)

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Criminal damage

17 incidents (6%)

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Shoplifting

13 incidents (5%)

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

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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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