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5 Gara Close, Swindon Village, Cheltenham, GL51 9TW
This 54 square metre property in Swindon Village, Cheltenham, Cheltenham carries an energy performance rating of E. It is heated by electric heating and is currently listed as social housing. It was sold for £220,000 in November 2023, up from £180,000 previously.
Property Type
Mid-Terrace House
Bedrooms
2
Floor Area
54 m²
Council Tax
Band B
Property Features
Built 1996–2002
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Energy Performance
EPC rating and efficiency details
Current Certificate(1 of 2)
Dec 2023
EPC Rating
A
B
C
D
E
E50
F
G
Main Heating
Electric
Main Fuel
Electric
Hot Water
Very Poor
Windows
Very Good
CO2 Emissions
3.0 t/year
Tenure
Rented
Property Improvements
Changes detected from historical EPC data
Dec 2023from Nov 2019
Heating Controls
Prog + StatThermostat
Heating controls changed
Hot Water
Immersion (Off-Peak)Immersion
Hot water system changed
Windows
Full DoubleHigh Performance
High performance glazing installed
Roof Insulation
PartialInsulated
Roof insulation improved
Floor Insulation
UninsulatedPartial
Floor insulation added or improved
Low Energy Lighting
43%100%
More low energy lighting installed
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Price & History
Transactions and market trends
Estimated value
£225,000
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Transaction history
+22.2%(4y)
£220,000Latest
Nov 2023£180,000
Feb 2020£41,000
Aug 1996Source: HM Land Registry
Nearby in GL51 9TW
4 Gara Close Swindon Village Cheltenham GL51 9TW
Aug 2022
£208,000
1 Gara Close Swindon Village Cheltenham GL51 9TW
Sept 2007
£120,000
2 Gara Close Swindon Village Cheltenham GL51 9TW
Sept 2007
£162,000
3 Gara Close Swindon Village Cheltenham GL51 9TW
Oct 1999
£59,000
6 Gara Close Swindon Village Cheltenham GL51 9TW
Jun 1999
£56,995
House Price Index
Cheltenham+3.9%
101.8
Jan 26
UK HPI from HM Land Registry. Baseline: Jan 2015 = 100.
How This Property Compares on Gara Close
See how this property stacks up against others nearby
Comparing to 3 other houses on this street
Price per m²
Property value per square metre of floor space
£4,074/£2,262 avg
LowerHigher
Higher than all similar properties
Years Held
Time since last sale — indicates ownership stability
2 years/16 years avg
ShorterLonger
Lowest among similar properties
EPC Rating
Government energy efficiency score (1–100)
50 (E)/71 (C) avg
Less efficientMore efficient
Lowest among similar properties
Floor Area
Total internal floor space
54 m²/57 m² avg
SmallerLarger
Around average
CO₂ Emissions
Annual carbon output from heating, hot water & lighting
3.0 t/year/2.1 t/year avg
Higher emissionsLower emissions
Lowest among similar properties
Habitable Rooms
Living spaces like bedrooms & living rooms
3 rooms/3 rooms avg
FewerMore
Around average
Comparisons are based on the most recent EPC data for each property in this postcode. Only similar property types (houses) are compared.
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About Swindon Village, Cheltenham
This property is located in Swindon Village, a community that blends rural village character with the conveniences of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire, England.
Swindon Village is a settlement classified as both a village and a suburb within the spa town of Cheltenham, situated in the Cheltenham district of Gloucestershire, England. The locality falls under the postal district GL 51, indicating its position within the broader Cheltenham area. Residents find themselves in a community that blends rural village character with the amenities of a larger town. The description notes that Swindon Village is in Gloucestershire, a county known for its varied landscape. The summary highlights its location northwest of Arle, giving a sense of its relative position within the district. As a suburb of Cheltenham, it offers proximity to the town’s cultural and commercial facilities while maintaining a quieter village atmosphere. The data suggest a mixed setting that appeals to those seeking a balance between town convenience and village tranquility.
Places to visit
Road Noise
Average road noise levels for this postcode
Daytime
07:00 – 23:00
52.5dB
Low
Night-time
23:00 – 07:00
44.0dB
Low55 dB
60 dB
65 dB
70 dB
75 dB
80 dB
Defra Road Noise Strategic Mapping, Round 4Crime Analysis
12 months of data for Cheltenham
Total Crimes
52
Monthly Avg
4
Recent Trend
Rising
Most Common
Violence & Sexual
Crime by Category
Violence & Sexual17(33%)
Other Theft13(25%)
Shoplifting7(13%)
Vehicle Crime4(8%)
Criminal Damage & Arson3(6%)
Public Order3(6%)
Burglary2(4%)
Weapons1(2%)
Bicycle Theft1(2%)
Drugs1(2%)
Recent Incidents
Vehicle Crime
Nov 2025On or near Bournside Road
Burglary
Nov 2025On or near Monks Croft
Other Theft
Nov 2025On or near Monks Croft
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near Monks Croft
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near Monks Croft
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near Monks Croft
Data from Police UK • Updated monthly
Local Amenities
Schools and transport links nearby
Nearby Schools
17 within 3kmP
Hesters Way Primary School
708m
9 mins
P
Rowanfield Infant School
1.1km
13 mins
P
Springbank Primary Academy
1.2km
15 mins
S
All Saints' Academy, Cheltenham
378m
5 mins
S
Pate's Grammar School
1.3km
15 mins
S
Pittville School
2.8km
34 mins
Transport Links
30 within 3kmGlynbridge Gardens
Bus Stop45m
1 min
Hayden Road
Bus Stop126m
2 mins
Sainsbury's
Bus Stop206m
2 mins
Sainsbury's
Bus Stop308m
4 mins
Kingsditch Retail Park
Bus Stop338m
4 mins
Gallagher Retail Park
Bus Stop368m
4 mins
School data from Dept. for Education • Transport data from NaPTAN
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Map
47 points of interest nearby
Map data from OpenStreetMap • Transport data from NaPTAN • School data from Dept. for Education • Scenic data from Beautifulplaces.ai
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