What type of property is 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA is a semi-detached house.

What was the last sold price for 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA last sold for £102,500 in April 2024, around 2 years ago. Before that, it sold for £102,500 in April 2023, so prices have been flat over 1 years on record. Source: HM Land Registry.

Has 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA appreciated in value?

Across 2 sales between April 2023 and April 2024, 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA rose from £102,500 to £102,500, a change of £0. Source: HM Land Registry.

What energy rating does 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA have?

The current EPC rating for 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA is D with a score of 65 out of 100, lodged in February 2025. It has improved from a E recorded in May 2017. The assessor estimates the property could reach a C. Source: EPC Register.

What is the floor area of 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA has a recorded floor area of 89 m² (958 sq ft). That makes it about 15% larger than the median EPC-recorded property in SA9 1RA. Source: EPC Register.

How is 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA heated?

The latest EPC at 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA records mains gas as the main heating fuel. Source: EPC Register.

What council tax band is 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA is in council tax band A. That sits at the lower end of the A-H ladder, typically reflecting smaller floor areas or lower 1991 valuations.

Where is 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA located?

5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA sits in Ystradgynlais, Swansea, Swansea. It falls within the SA9 postcode district.

What is crime like near 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

Police records around 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA show an average of 6 reported crimes per month over the last 9 months. Violent crime makes up roughly 72% of reports, the most common category. The overall trend is broadly stable. Source: Police UK.

What transport links are near 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA?

The closest bus stop to 5 Dolfain, SA9 1RA is Stage One Garage, 170m away. In total there are 30 bus stops within the surrounding area.

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5 Dolfain, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1RA

Property type

Semi-detached

Habitable rooms

From EPC

Floor area

89 m²

958 sq ft

Energy rating

Score 65

Council tax

Band A

Tenure

Private Rental

Overview

About 5 Dolfain

A plain-English summary derived from public records, EPC certificates, sold prices and local data.

5 Dolfain is a semi-detached house in Ystradgynlais, Swansea, Swansea (SA9 1RA). It has a recorded floor area of 89 m² (around 958 sq ft), construction records dating it to 1967-1975 and council tax band A. The latest certificate (February 2025) shows a D (score 65), on the cusp of jumping into the C band. When first surveyed in May 2017 the rating was E, the property has climbed 1 band since. Between certificates, hot-water efficiency went from Poor to Good and lighting went from Average to Very Good; while roof efficiency dropped from Very Good to Good. The recommended improvements would push it to C (score 78).

Today's modelled estimate of £139,000 is 35.6% above the 2024 sale price. On a £-per-square-foot basis, the last sale (£107/sq ft) was about 20.7% above the typical sold price in the postcode. Most recent transfer: April 2024 at £102,500.

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Risks

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Trends

the local market

Energy

Energy performance

Every EPC certificate filed against this property — current rating, recorded improvements, and where there's headroom to reach a higher band.

Current Certificate(1 of 4)

Feb 2025

EPC Rating

D65

Main Heating

Gas

Main Fuel

Gas

Hot Water

Good

Windows

Average

CO2 Emissions

3.9 t/year

Occupancy

Rented

Property Improvements

Changes detected from historical EPC data

Mar 2022from May 2017

EPC improved fromE45toC70

Heating Controls

Prog + StatFull

Heating controls upgraded for better temperature management

Hot Water

Main (No Stat)Main System

Hot water system upgraded

Walls

AverageGood

Wall insulation improved

Low Energy Lighting

33%89%

More low energy lighting installed

Feb 2025from Dec 2023

EPC improved fromC69toD65

Planning

Planning history

Applications and permits filed against 5 Dolfain, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1RA, sourced from the PlanIt planning register.

5 Dolfain has no planning applications on record.

Notable planning nearby

2applications of note in the surrounding area

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Price

Sales history & valuation

Recorded transactions, our model's current estimate, and a quick read on what neighbouring properties have sold for.

5 Dolfain changed hands twice within eighteen months — unusual for the area.

Current estimate

£139,000

Modelled from EPC, postcode comparables.

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Last sold (2024)

£102,500

Recorded with HM Land Registry.

Sales timeline

24 April 2024Most recent
£102,500
18 April 2023
£102,500

Median price across the last 5 sales in SA9 1RA: £110,000 (2024–2021).

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On the street

Versus other Dolfain homes

Four headline reads against 42 similar houses on this street, drawn from the latest EPC and Land Registry data.

Years Held for 5 Dolfain lags the street by a wide margin.

Price per m²

£1,152

Street avg £835

Strongly above

Floor Area

89 m²

Street avg 75 m²

Strongly above

Habitable Rooms

5 rooms

Street avg 4 rooms

Above

CO₂ Emissions

3.9 t/year

Street avg 4.0 t/year

Below

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Area

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Crime

6/mo

Steady year-on-year across the wider district.

Nearest stop

0.2 km

Stage One Garage — bus stop.

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