272 HEOL DULAIS
SWANSEA, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA SA7 9LX
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
125 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Last sold
£85,000 Jun 2014
Price per m²
£1,880/m²
Local average
£192,158 (+22.3%)
Street crime
55 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Spacious semi-detached dormer bungalow offering 1,206 sq ft of living space
- Four generously sized bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms
- Entrance hall leading to a large kitchen/breakfast room with garden access
- Bright and airy lounge/dining room over looking the garden
- Two good-sized bedrooms and a shower room on the ground floor
- Two additional double bedrooms and a separate WC on the first floor
- Front garden and driveway, plus an enclosed rear garden
- Located in popular Birchgrove, close to well-regarded primary and secondary schools
- Excellent access to the M4 motorway, ideal for commuters and busy families
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
The ground floor boasts two good-sized bedrooms and a shower room, ensuring practicality for everyday living. Ascending to the first floor, you will find two additional double bedrooms, along with a convenient WC, enhancing the comfort and privacy for all family members. The property is further enhanced by a front garden and a driveway. The enclosed rear garden provides a safe haven for children to play and offers a peaceful space for adults to unwind. Birchgrove is particularly favoured by families due to its close proximity to local primary and secondary schools, making the morning school run a breeze. Additionally, the easy access to the M4 motorway ensures that commuting to nearby cities is both quick and convenient. This spacious dormer bungalow is a wonderful opportunity for those seeking a family home in a friendly community, combining comfort, convenience, and a welcoming atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to make this lovely property your own.
The Accommodation Comprises -
Ground Floor -
Hall - Entered via door to side, tiled flooring, radiator.
Kitchen - 3.47m x 2.71m (11'5" x 8'11") - The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, complete with worktop space and tiled splashback. It features a sink unit, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge/freezer. A built-in four-ring gas hob with extractor hood sits neatly within the layout, while ceiling spotlights provide a bright and modern feel. The kitchen flows openly into the breakfast room, creating a functional and sociable space ideal for everyday living.
Breakfast Area - 2.70m x 2.71m (8'10" x 8'11") - The breakfast room, leading directly from the kitchen, offers a bright and welcoming space with double glazed windows to the side and rear, allowing plenty of natural light. Radiator and a door provides convenient access to the rear garden, making it an ideal spot for casual dining or enjoying your morning coffee.
Lounge - 3.46m x 3.31m (11'4" x 10'10") - The lounge features laminate flooring and a radiator. It offers a spacious and versatile layout with an open plan design that flows seamlessly into the dining area, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining
Dining Area - 2.67m x 3.31m (8'9" x 10'10") - Leading from the lounge, the dining area is a bright and inviting space featuring double glazed windows to the side and rear, offering pleasant views over the garden and has a radiator.
Bedroom 1 - 3.67m x 3.31m (12'0" x 10'10") - Double glazed window to front, laminate flooring, radiator.
Bedroom 2 - 2.72m x 2.71m (8'11" x 8'11") - Double glazed window to front, laminate flooring, radiator.
Shower Room - The ground floor shower room, serving the two ground floor bedrooms, is fitted with a modern three-piece suite comprising a shower cubicle, wash hand basin, and WC. A double glazed window to the side.
Inner Hallway - Staircase to first floor.
First Floor -
Landing - Ceiling spotlights, door to eaves storage.
Bedroom 3 - 3.40m x 2.95m (11'2" x 9'8") - Double window to rear, laminate flooring, radiator, ceiling spotlights.
Bedroom 4 - 3.40m x 2.95m (11'2" x 9'8") - Double window to rear, laminate flooring, radiator, ceiling spotlights.
Wc - The first floor WC, serving the two first floor bedrooms, features a two piece suite comprising a vanity wash hand basin and WC. Additional features include a built-in cupboard housing the boiler and ceiling spotlights
External - To the front of the property is a driveway with gated access leading to the rear. There is also an enclosed lawned garden at the front, providing a pleasant and private outlook.
The rear garden is a good size and fully enclosed, featuring a paved patio area, a gravelled pathway and a lawned section bordered by mature shrubs, ideal for outdoor relaxation and family use.
Front Garden -
Rear Garden -
Aerial Images -
Agents Note - Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - C
Services - Mains electric. Mains sewerage. Mains Gas. Water Meter.
Parking - Driveway
Mobile coverage - EE Vodafone Three O2
Broadband -Basic 5 Mbps Superfast 80 Mbps Ultrafast 1000 Mbps
Satellite / Fibre TV Availability - BT Sky Virgin
Listed by
Swansea
Astley Residential Limited
Reference: 168601208
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 28/10/2025
Expiry date: 27/10/2035
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,235
Recommendations
- Upgrade heating controls (£220 - £250)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £235,000 | +176.5% |
| Sold | 20/06/2014 (12 years ago) | £85,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 337 BIRCHGROVE ROAD, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NA | £170,000 | 28/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 100 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NT | £220,000 | 18/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 48 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £158,000 | 17/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 8 HEOL DULAIS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LT | £187,000 | 15/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 54 SMITHS ROAD, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9DY | £173,000 | 18/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 78 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £205,000 | 30/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 278 HEOL DULAIS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LX | £192,000 | 06/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 62 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £148,000 | 28/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 CLOS NANT BRAN, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9JY | £160,000 | 18/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 193 BIRCHGROVE ROAD, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9JU | £295,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 59 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £197,500 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 DRUMAU ROAD, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9QA | £90,000 | 21/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 10 HEOL CAE RHOSYN, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LY | £167,000 | 14/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 CLOS NANT BRAN, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9JY | £73,000 | 19/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 135 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NT | £210,000 | 13/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 44 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £193,500 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 11 HEOL CAMLAN, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LJ | £130,000 | 19/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 18 HEOL CAMLAN, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LL | £125,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 60 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £180,000 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 39 EMILY FIELDS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9NJ | £193,000 | 18/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 197 HEOL DULAIS, BIRCHGROVE, SWANSEA, SA7 9LH | £84,500 | 23/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £192,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £167,975 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Swansea. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Swansea. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Swansea.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Birchgrove Junior School (NE) | 0.0 miles |
| Bus stop | Birchgrove Junior School (SW) | 0.0 miles |
| Train station | Llansamlet | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.8 miles |
| Shop | FMC Swansea | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Skewen | 1.3 miles |
| University | Swansea University | 4.6 miles |
| Hospital | Gower Physiotherapy Clinic | 9.6 miles |
| Hospital | St John Ambulance - Not manned 24/7 | 9.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 25 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 7 |
| Public order | 7 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Other theft | 5 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Drugs | 2 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 55 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchgrove Junior School | Other | 0.1 miles | — (No rating) |
| Birchgrove Comprehensive School | Other | 0.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| Birchgrove Infants School | Other | 0.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| Birchgrove Primary | Other | 0.2 miles | — (No rating) |
| Talycopa Primary School | Other | 0.9 miles | — (No rating) |
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- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).