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3, George Gay Gardens

SN3 2JP

SWINDON

Current

B

81

Potential

B

81

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced flat is located in SWINDON, SN3 2JP. The property offers 42.16m² (454 sq ft) of compact living space with 2 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. With an EPC rating of B (81/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. 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 £323, comprising £202 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £25 for lighting. The property produces 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 3, George Gay Gardens Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 81/100, this SWINDON property is excellent, ranking in the top 15% nationally. Annual energy costs of £323 are approximately £1477 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 42.16m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.5 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

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 property81
Average60
+35% better
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vs SWINDON

This property81
Average65
+25% better
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vs SN3

This property81
Average64
+27% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 81/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 85% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 15% nationally

Energy Costs: £308/year less than the SWINDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

B(81 points)

Potential Rating

B(81 points)

Based on assessment dated 27 Feb 2009

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Property Information

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Full Address

3, George Gay Gardens

SN3 2JP

SWINDON

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Property Type

Flat

Mid-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1950-1966

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Floor Area

42.16

2.0 total rooms

2.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (social)

Efficiency Score

81 / 100

Potential: 81

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CO₂ Emissions

1.5 tonnes/year

36 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

214 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

27 Feb 2009

rental (social)

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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). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £429 below the SWINDON average, offering good value. The SN3 postcode district contains over 17300 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the SWINDON area.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Community scheme

£202.0/yr

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Hot Water

£96.0/yr

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Lighting

75.0% low energy

£25.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)

Poor
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Roof

(another dwelling above)

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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

(other premises below)

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Heating System

Community scheme

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas - this is for backwards compatibility only and should not be used

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 75% of fixed outlets

Very Good

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Broadband & Connectivity

📶Fast Broadband

Average download speed: 69 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:10 Mbps
Average:69 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:5 Mbps
Average:18 Mbps
Maximum:100 Mbps

Available Providers

BTVirgin MediaSkyTalkTalkEE

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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