Energy Performance Certificate
8 Vesta Close, Blunsdon
SN26 8AJ
SWINDON
Current
A
103
Potential
A
103
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in SWINDON, SN26 8AJ. The property offers 127m² (1367 sq ft) of spacious living space with 7 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The cavity walls have excellent insulation, contributing significantly to the property's thermal efficiency and helping maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1439, comprising £958 for heating, £299 for hot water, and £182 for lighting. The property last sold in February 2024 for £440,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 8 Vesta Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this SWINDON property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. At £1439 per year, energy costs are below the national average of £1800. The 127m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SN26 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs SWINDON
vs SN26
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 3% nationally
Energy Costs: £808/year more than the SWINDON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 11 Aug 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
8 Vesta Close
Blunsdon
SN26 8AJ
SWINDON
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Floor Area
127.0 m²
7.0 total rooms
7.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
103 / 100
Potential: 103
CO₂ Emissions
-0.3 tonnes/year
-2 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
-18 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
11 Aug 2023
marketed sale
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 £327 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The SN26 postcode district contains over 800 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£440,000
2 February 2024
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£355,000
26 July 2018
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 23.9% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£958.0/yr
Hot Water
£299.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£182.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary
PrimarySt Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy
PrimaryBridlewood Primary School
PrimaryWilliam Morris Primary School
PrimaryGreat Western Academy
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Abbey Meads Community Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2023
Tadpole Farm CofE Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
Abbey Park School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
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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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
36 incidents (50%)
Anti-social behaviour
14 incidents (19%)
Public order
10 incidents (14%)
Shoplifting
6 incidents (8%)
Theft
4 incidents (6%)
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.
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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.