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Energy Performance Certificate

31 Griffiths Close

SN3 4NW

SWINDON

Current

C

71

Potential

C

72

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached house is located in SWINDON, SN3 4NW. The property offers 137m² (1475 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. 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 £1742, comprising £1473 for heating, £195 for hot water, and £74 for lighting. The property produces 4.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in February 2017 for £350,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.

How Does 31 Griffiths Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this SWINDON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. At £1742 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. At 137m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (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 property71
Average60
+18% better
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vs SWINDON

This property71
Average65
+9% better
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vs SN3

This property71
Average64
+11% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £1111/year more than the SWINDON average

Energy Efficiency Rating

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

Current Rating

C(71 points)

Potential Rating

C(72 points)

Based on assessment dated 13 Aug 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

31 Griffiths Close

SN3 4NW

SWINDON

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Property Type

House

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1976-1982

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Floor Area

137.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

71 / 100

Potential: 72

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CO₂ Emissions

4.8 tonnes/year

35 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

184 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

13 Aug 2025

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 £842 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

£350,000

28 February 2017

Type: Detached

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vs previous sale

£350,000

28 February 2017

Type: O

Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015.

Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£1473.0/yr

Save £88/yr

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Hot Water

£195.0/yr

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Lighting

96.0% low energy

£74.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, filled cavity

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation

Average
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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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

Good lighting efficiency

Good

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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Grange Junior School

Primary
📍0.2 miles awaySN3 4JY

Last inspected: May 2023

Good

Colebrook Infant Academy

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySN3 4AS

Last inspected: Sept 2018

Good

Colebrook Junior School

Primary
📍0.5 miles awaySN3 4AS

Last inspected: Mar 2020

Good

Grange Infants' School

Primary
📍0.6 miles awaySN3 4XE

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Nythe Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySN3 3RR
?Not yet rated

Covingham Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySN3 5BD
?Not yet rated

Ruskin Junior School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySN2 7NG

Last inspected: Sept 2022

Good

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySN3 2PT

Last inspected: Mar 2023

⚠️Requires improvement

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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