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8 Swift Close

SL1 5FT

SLOUGH

Current

C

80

Potential

B

89

At a Glance

About This Property

This semi-detached house is located in SLOUGH, SL1 5FT. The property offers 105m² (1130 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a modern property built in the 2000s. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (89/100). 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 roof space has been converted to living space, with insulation between the rafters. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £684, comprising £480 for heating, £96 for hot water, and £108 for lighting. The property produces 1.9 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.

How Does 8 Swift Close Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this SLOUGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £684 are approximately £1116 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 105m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.9 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 SL1 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property80
Average60
+33% better
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vs SLOUGH

This property80
Average63
+27% better
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vs SL1

This property80
Average62
+29% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £77/year more than the SLOUGH 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(80 points)

Potential Rating

B(89 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 2 Jun 2025

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Property Information

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Full Address

8 Swift Close

SL1 5FT

SLOUGH

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Property Type

House

Semi-Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 2007-2011

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Floor Area

105.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

Owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

80 / 100

Potential: 89

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CO₂ Emissions

1.9 tonnes/year

18 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

103 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

2 Jun 2025

marketed sale

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About SLOUGH

SLOUGH is situated in Berkshire, South East. Properties in SLOUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. The SL1 postcode district contains over 24700 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£480.0/yr

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Hot Water

£96.0/yr

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Lighting

100.0% low energy

£108.0/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Roof room(s), insulated (assumed)

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Suspended, insulated (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

The Westgate School

Secondary
📍0.4 miles awaySL1 5AH

Last inspected: Mar 2014

Outstanding

Western House Academy

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySL1 5TJ

Last inspected: Nov 2022

Good

Cippenham School

Primary
📍0.4 miles awaySL1 5RB

Last inspected: Sept 2023

Good

Eden Girls' School, Slough

Secondary
📍0.7 miles awaySL1 4AA

Last inspected: May 2018

Outstanding

Montem Academy

Primary
📍1 miles awaySL1 2TE

Last inspected: Mar 2023

Outstanding

Priory School

Primary
📍1 miles awaySL1 6HE

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Primary
📍1.1 miles awaySL1 6HW

Last inspected: Mar 2019

Good

Herschel Grammar School

Secondary
📍1.1 miles awaySL1 3BW

Last inspected: Sept 2012

Outstanding

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 Crime309 incidents/month

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

Most Common Incidents

April 2026
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violent crime

115 incidents (37%)

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Anti-social behaviour

32 incidents (10%)

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Theft

28 incidents (9%)

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Shoplifting

27 incidents (9%)

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Public order

24 incidents (8%)

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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