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27 BROWNHILLS, GORSEINON

SA4 4AB

SWANSEA

Current

C

69

Potential

B

82

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SWANSEA, SA4 4AB. The property offers 69m² (743 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. 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 £591, comprising £444 for heating, £77 for hot water, and £70 for lighting. The property produces 2.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2023 for £174,000, with 3 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 27 BROWNHILLS Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this SWANSEA property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £591 are approximately £1209 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 2.5 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 SA4 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs SWANSEA

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs SA4

This property69
Average60
+15% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £131/year less than the SWANSEA average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(82 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 15 Feb 2021

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Property Information

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Full Address

27 BROWNHILLS

GORSEINON

SWANSEA

SA4 4AB

SWANSEA

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1996-2002

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Floor Area

69.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 82

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CO₂ Emissions

2.5 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

207 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

15 Feb 2021

marketed sale

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About SWANSEA

SWANSEA is situated in Swansea, Wales. Properties in SWANSEA have an average EPC rating of D (score 60/100). Heating costs are £278 below the SWANSEA average, offering good value. The SA4 postcode district contains over 13800 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Property Sale History

£174,000

29 September 2023

Type: Terraced

+£24,000(+16.0%)

vs previous sale

£150,000

21 July 2021

Type: Terraced

+£21,500(+16.7%)

vs previous sale

£128,500

27 January 2017

Type: Terraced

Market Insights: This property has sold 3 times since 2015. Value has increased by 35.4% over this period.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£444.0/yr

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Hot Water

£77.0/yr

Save £26/yr

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Lighting

79.0% low energy

£70.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, limited 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 79% of fixed outlets

Very Good
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Lynton Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍32.1 miles awayEX35 6AF

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Combe Martin Primary School

Primary
📍32.3 miles awayEX34 0DF

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School

Primary
📍32.4 miles awayEX34 9LW

Last inspected: Apr 2019

Good

The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy

Secondary
📍32.5 miles awayEX34 9JB

Last inspected: May 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School

Primary
📍32.6 miles awayEX34 8JL

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍32.7 miles awayEX34 9SE

Last inspected: Nov 2011

Outstanding

Parracombe Church of England Primary School

Primary
📍34.2 miles awayEX31 4QJ

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Good

Kentisbury Primary School

Primary
📍34.7 miles awayEX31 4NG

Last inspected: Mar 2023

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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