Energy Performance Certificate
40, Godwin Road, Stratton
SN3 4XN
SWINDON
Current
F
21
Potential
F
24
This F-Rated Property Costs Significantly More to Run
This Property
£1,659
estimated per year
UK Average
£1,800
per year
After Improvements
£1,572
potential per year
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£7,500
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Why Does This Property Have a F Rating?
This detached house is located in SWINDON, SN3 4XN. The property offers 110.1m² (1185 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. Currently rated F (21/100) for energy efficiency, this property would benefit significantly from energy improvements. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. 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 £1659, comprising £1228 for heating, £340 for hot water, and £91 for lighting. The property produces 6.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is above average for a UK home. The property last sold in January 2021 for £285,000.
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Achievable Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 11 Jun 2010
What's Causing the Poor Energy Rating?
The EPC assessor rated each element of this property. Poor and average ratings are the biggest opportunities for improvement.
🧱 Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
🏗️ Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
🪟 Windows
Mostly double glazing
📦 Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
🚿 Hot Water
NaN
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy — Low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets
Property Information
Full Address
40, Godwin Road
Stratton
SN3 4XN
SWINDON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1983-1990
Floor Area
110.1 m²
7.0 total rooms
CO₂ Emissions
6.1 tonnes/year
66 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
436 kWh/m²/year
F-Rated Properties in SWINDON
SWINDON properties with F ratings are among the least energy efficient in the area. Properties in this postcode district (SN3) that have undergone improvement works have seen significant increases in EPC ratings and corresponding reductions in energy bills.
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Annual Running Costs — Current vs Potential
🔥 Heating
No system present: electric heaters assumed
£1228 /yr
Save £44/yr with improvements
🚿 Hot Water
£340 /yr
💡 Lighting
11.0% low energy
£91 /yr
Save £43/yr with improvements
💷 Sales History
Note: EPC improvements typically add 3–5% per band to property value. Moving from F to F could add significant value.
£285,000
S
Jan 2021
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Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Grange Infants' School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Grange Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Ruskin Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2022
Kingsdown School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Swindon
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Colebrook Infant Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Colebrook Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
South Marston Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
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
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
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.
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