A buyer’s guide to Swanage, property prices and council tax, schools and their real Ofsted position, transport, healthcare, flood risk, the local lending realities, and the questions worth asking before you commit.
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- Why Swanage
- Transport
- Schools
- Police & Fire
- Areas
- Healthcare
- Flood
- History
- Beyond the Mortgage
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Whether you're buying your first home in Swanage, remortgaging, upsizing or simply researching this beautiful Purbeck seaside town, with its sandy bay, its Victorian pier, its famous steam railway, the Sandbanks ferry and the Jurassic Coast on the doorstep, this guide covers what buyers and homeowners actually want to know.
Quick answers about Swanage
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Is Swanage a good place to live?⌄
Yes, a beautiful Purbeck seaside town on the Jurassic Coast.
Is Swanage expensive?⌄
Yes, a seaside premium, averaging roughly £400,000 to £430,000.
Does Swanage have a train station?⌄
Only a heritage steam railway. The nearest mainline is Wareham.
What is Swanage known for?⌄
Its beach, the Jurassic Coast, the steam railway and Purbeck stone.
Does Swanage have a hospital with A&E?⌄
No, the nearest A&E is at Poole, some distance away.
Is Swanage right for you?
Every town suits some buyers better than others. Here is how Swanage rates for the people who most often buy here, and why.
| Buyer type | Rating | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Downsizers | ★★★★★ | A walkable, characterful seaside town with the beach, Durlston and Purbeck on the doorstep, ideal lock-up-and-leave coastal living. |
| Retirees | ★★★★★ | A genuine year-round community, sea air, gentle pace and superb walking, though the nearest A&E is at Poole/Bournemouth. |
| Second-home buyers | ★★★★☆ | A sought-after Jurassic Coast resort with a strong holiday-let market, but a seaside premium and second-home SDLT surcharge to budget for. |
| Families | ★★★☆☆ | The Swanage School is Good and the outdoors is unbeatable, but older pupils often travel to Wareham and choice is small-town. |
| Commuters (to London) | ★★☆☆☆ | No through mainline. The nearest is Wareham about ten miles away, so Swanage suits remote workers far more than daily commuters. |
An honest, at-a-glance summary of what Swanage does brilliantly, and what to weigh carefully, before you commit.
Swanage at a glance
The key facts buyers ask us about most, in one place.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| County & council | Dorset; Dorset Council (unitary since April 2019) + Swanage Town Council |
| Postcode district | BH19 |
| Approx. population | ~9,600 |
| Average house price | ~£400,000–£430,000 (seaside premium; sea views well above) |
| Railway | Heritage steam line (Swanage Railway); nearest mainline at Wareham (~10 miles) |
| Full A&E | No, nearest at Poole / Royal Bournemouth |
| Schools | The Swanage School (state secondary, free school); primaries; The Purbeck School at Wareham |
| Police & fire | Dorset Police; Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service |
| Famous for | Sandy bay & pier, the Jurassic Coast, the steam railway, Purbeck stone, Corfe Castle nearby |
| Access | A351 through Corfe Castle; or the Sandbanks chain ferry to Poole & Bournemouth |
| Green space | Durlston Country Park, the beach and the Purbeck coast and hills |
| Council tax (Band D) | £2,818 for 2026/27 (confirm your band) |
Property prices & council tax in Swanage
Swanage carries a clear seaside premium, and its prices sit above the Dorset average, from more accessible flats to sea-view homes that command well above the average. Here is the shape of the market and what it means for budgeting.
| Property type / area | Typical position in the market | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Flats & apartments | The more accessible end (from around £220,000) | First-time buyers, downsizers & investors |
| Terraced homes | Around £320,000–£380,000 | First-time buyers & smaller families |
| Swanage average (all homes) | Around £400,000 to £430,000 | A broad benchmark, above the county average |
| Semi-detached & family homes | Around £420,000–£500,000 | Growing families |
| Sea-view & detached homes | Around £550,000 and well above | Buyers wanting views, space and coastal position |
What income might you need?
These illustrative figures use roughly 4.5x household income and assume a typical deposit. They are a starting point for budgeting only, not a quote.
£250,000
Flat / apartment
~£56,000
household income (guide)
£415,000
Town average
~£92,000
household income (guide)
£600,000
Sea-view / detached
~£133,000
household income (guide)
Swanage affordability & stamp duty calculator
A quick, no-obligation way to see roughly what you could borrow in Swanage and what stamp duty you'd pay. Illustration only. Real figures depend on the lender and your circumstances.
Illustration only, not a mortgage offer. Lenders' income multiples and criteria vary. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Borrowing ready-reckoner (around 4.5× income)
| Yearly income | Rough maximum mortgage |
|---|---|
| £40,000 | ~£180,000 |
| £70,452 | ~£270,000 |
| £75,000 | ~£337,500 |
| £90,000 | ~£405,000 |
| £120,000 | ~£540,000 |
Stamp duty (SDLT) in England, as at October 2026
| Portion of price | Standard rate | First-time buyer |
|---|---|---|
| Up to £125,000 | 0% | 0% (up to £300,000) |
| £125,001 to £250,000 | 2% | 0% (up to £300,000) |
| £250,001 to £925,000 | 5% | 5% on £300,001–£500,000 (no relief over £500,000) |
| £925,001 to £1.5m | 10% | — |
| Over £1.5m | 12% | — |
Worked examples: a £250,000 home = £2,500 stamp duty (£0 for first-time buyers); a £450,000 home = £12,500 (£7,500 first-time buyer); a £650,000 home = £22,500 (first-time buyer relief doesn't apply over £500,000). An additional-property surcharge of 5% applies to second homes and buy-to-lets.
SDLT rates as at October 2026 (England & Northern Ireland). Scotland (LBTT) and Wales (LTT) differ. Figures are a guide, confirm with your conveyancer.
The Swanage property market in depth
Swanage offers some of the most desirable coastal property in Dorset, a sandy bay, a traditional resort and the Jurassic Coast, which underpins strong demand from residents, second-home buyers and holiday-let investors alike.
| Property type | What to expect | Typical guide |
|---|---|---|
| Flats & apartments | Seafront and town flats, popular with downsizers, investors and holiday-let buyers; check lease and service charges. | £220,000–£350,000 |
| Terraced & town homes | Victorian and stone terraces in and around the town, walkable to the beach. | £320,000–£420,000 |
| Semi-detached family homes | A good choice across the town for families and permanent residents. | £420,000–£520,000 |
| Sea-view & detached homes | The premium market, homes with views over the bay or coast, and larger detached houses. | £550,000–£1m+ |
Swanage's beauty and its holiday appeal make it a strong and steady market, but one shaped heavily by second-home and holiday-let demand as well as permanent residents, sea-view and coastal homes in particular command a real premium.
That demand, and the seaside premium, mean budgeting and the right mortgage matter, especially for holiday-let or second-home purchases which have their own lending and tax rules. A mortgage adviser helps you match the right lender to your plans, the kind of introduction we can arrange.
What makes Swanage so popular?
Swanage's appeal is the sea, the coast and community, a beautiful Victorian resort at the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, with a real year-round life.
Beach & the Jurassic Coast
A sandy, sheltered Blue Flag bay, a traditional Victorian pier, and the spectacular Jurassic Coast World Heritage cliffs, Old Harry Rocks and Durlston right on the doorstep.
Steam railway & Purbeck stone
The much-loved Swanage Railway steam line to Corfe Castle, and the town's deep heritage of Purbeck stone and Purbeck Marble, genuine local character.
A real community
Unlike some resorts, Swanage has a strong year-round community, schools, shops and services, a proper town, not just a holiday spot.
Transport & commuting from Swanage
Swanage is remote by design, at the end of the Isle of Purbeck, so realistic journey planning matters. These indicative times are a starting point, always verify current timetables and ferry running.
| Route | Approx. time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swanage → Wareham (nearest mainline) | ~25 min drive | About ten miles via the A351 through Corfe Castle |
| Wareham → London Waterloo | ~2h 30m | Direct South Western Railway service from the nearest mainline station |
| Swanage → Poole (via Sandbanks ferry) | ~40 min | Via the chain ferry across the mouth of Poole Harbour, when running |
| Swanage → Poole (by road) | ~50 min drive | The long way round via Corfe Castle and Wareham |
| Swanage → Bournemouth | ~50 min | Via the Sandbanks ferry, when running |
| Swanage → Corfe Castle | ~15 min drive | Or by the heritage steam railway |
| Swanage → Dorchester | ~50 min drive | About twenty-five miles west, the county town |
| Swanage → London (by road) | ~3h drive | Via the A31 and the M27/M3 |
Getting around Swanage
Day-to-day mobility here is worth thinking through, the practical picture.
By car
The A351 through Corfe Castle is the main road in and out; the Sandbanks chain ferry offers a short cut across Poole Harbour to Poole and Bournemouth, though it can have queues and does not always run.
By train
Only the heritage Swanage Railway steam line runs from the town (to Corfe Castle and Norden); for mainline services the nearest station is Wareham, about ten miles away.
By ferry
The Sandbanks chain ferry links the Purbeck side to Poole and Bournemouth, a famous local feature, but check running times and queues.
By bus
Local and regional bus services link Swanage, Corfe Castle, Wareham and Poole, check current routes for your needs.
On foot
The compact town and seafront are very walkable, and the South West Coast Path runs right through, superb walking on the doorstep.
Cycling
Quiet Purbeck lanes and coastal routes make for lovely cycling, though the hills are real; check the local network.
Schools in Swanage
Dorset runs a comprehensive, non-selective state school system. There is no 11-plus. Swanage has its own secondary and primaries, with a larger secondary at nearby Wareham. Because catchments matter, confirm the current position directly.
| School | Type | Inspection | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swanage School | Secondary (state, free school) | Good | A small non-selective state secondary free school serving the town, rated Good at its November 2023 inspection (with Outstanding for personal development), confirm catchment and read the latest report. |
| Swanage St Mark's CofE Primary School | Primary (state, C of E) | Good | A church primary in the town, rated Good at its most recent graded inspection, check catchment and the latest report. |
| Swanage Primary School | Primary (state academy) | Read report | The town's main state primary, which converted to academy status in 2024 and is yet to receive a graded inspection under the new framework, read the latest report and check catchment. |
| The Purbeck School (Wareham) | Secondary (state, comprehensive) | Read report | The larger non-selective state secondary and sixth form for the Isle of Purbeck, at Wareham about ten miles away; its most recent inspection (2025) was under Ofsted's post-2024 framework with no single overall grade, read the latest report and check catchment and transport. |
Map, Police & Fire Services in Swanage
A useful local guide should show the practical services buyers actually check, policing, fire cover, emergency healthcare and the local crime context for Swanage.
Popular parts of Swanage & nearby
Where you buy shapes your budget and your character, from seafront flats to the higher streets with views and the villages of Purbeck. A quick orientation to some of the best-known areas.
Local highlights & days out from Swanage
Swanage packs remarkable coast and heritage into a small area. A few of the best-loved local highlights and days out.
Sports, leisure & community in Swanage
For a small town, Swanage offers plenty, the sea, the coast, sport and a lively events calendar.
Sea & outdoors
Swimming, sailing, kayaking, diving, coasteering and the South West Coast Path. Swanage is a genuine outdoor and watersports base, with a lifeboat station and a real sea-going culture.
Green space & walking
Durlston Country Park, the Purbeck Hills and the coast path give some of the finest walking in southern England, right from the town.
Culture & events
A lively calendar, the Swanage Railway, folk and jazz festivals, the carnival, museums and galleries, plus the shops, pubs and cafes of a proper seaside town.
Healthcare & local services in Swanage
Here is a real consideration. Swanage has a community hospital but no A&E, and is a fair way from the nearest one.
The town has a good range of everyday shopping, independent shops, supermarkets and services for its size, with GP surgeries and the community hospital in the town, though GP and dental registration availability changes over time. Always check directly with a practice about its current catchment before relying on it for a move.
Living in Swanage
Day to day, Swanage is a real, year-round seaside town at the end of the Isle of Purbeck, not just a holiday resort. Here is a sense of everyday life.
The town centre has an good range of independent shops, cafes, pubs and supermarkets for its size, and a lively calendar of festivals and events, alongside the beach, the pier and the steam railway. Swanage has a strong year-round community, schools and services, which sets it apart from resorts that empty out in winter, though the summer visitor influx does change the rhythm of the town.
Connectivity is generally reasonable in the town, superfast broadband reaches most of Swanage, with full-fibre expanding, though speeds and mobile coverage can vary in the outlying Purbeck villages, so check the exact address if you work from home. For families there are schools, community healthcare and unrivalled outdoors; the trade-offs are the remoteness, the lack of a mainline station and no A&E, so weigh the lifestyle against the logistics.
| Everyday amenity | In Swanage? | Nearest / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary schools | Yes | Primaries in the town and Purbeck villages, check catchment |
| Secondary schools | Yes | The Swanage School (in town); The Purbeck School at Wareham (~10 miles) |
| GP & hospital | Yes | GP surgeries and Swanage community hospital (no A&E) |
| Full A&E | No | Nearest at Poole / Royal Bournemouth, a fair distance |
| Mainline station | No | Heritage steam line only; nearest mainline at Wareham (~10 miles) |
| Supermarket & high street | Yes | Independent shops and supermarkets for its size |
| Green space & beach | Yes | The beach, Durlston Country Park and the Purbeck coast |
Working & connectivity in Swanage
Superfast broadband reaches most of Swanage and full-fibre is expanding, but in the outlying Purbeck villages both broadband speed and mobile signal can vary, so if reliable home-working matters, check the exact address on the providers' and Ofcom's coverage checkers. There is no mainline station, so Swanage suits remote and hybrid workers who only occasionally need the office, via Wareham (~10 miles) for the London Waterloo line, more than daily commuters.
| Connectivity | Typical picture |
|---|---|
| Fixed broadband | Superfast across most of the town; full-fibre expanding; check the exact address |
| Mobile coverage | Generally reasonable in the town; can be patchy in the Purbeck villages and on the coast |
| Rail for office days | No mainline in town; nearest is Wareham (~10 miles) for direct London Waterloo trains |
| Access | A351 through Corfe Castle, or the Sandbanks chain ferry to Poole/Bournemouth (when running) |
Check broadband before you make an offer in Swanage
Broadband speeds can vary street by street in Swanage, so check the exact address before you commit. Ofcom's free checker shows which broadband speeds and mobile coverage are available at any UK property.
Check broadband at an address (Ofcom)Flood risk in Swanage
Here honesty matters, being a coastal town, parts of the seafront carry flood and coastal risk, while much of the town rises on the hills behind.
Cost of living & running a home in Swanage
Beyond the mortgage, it helps to picture the ongoing costs of a home here. Indicative only, always confirm for a specific property.
| Typical ongoing cost | Indicative figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Council tax (Band D, 2026/27) | £2,818 | Dorset Council + Swanage Town Council + Dorset Police + Dorset & Wiltshire Fire; confirm your band |
| Buildings insurance | Varies, check early | Coastal and seafront property can affect premiums; get an indicative quote before committing |
| Water & wastewater | ~£500–£700/yr | Wessex Water region; varies by household and whether metered |
| Broadband | ~£28–£45/mth | Superfast reaches most of the town; check the exact address for speed |
Financing a home in Swanage
A beautiful coastal town with strong demand is a wonderful place to buy, but a few mortgage points are worth understanding first.
Swanage sees a lot of second-home and holiday-let purchases, which have their own lending criteria and tax treatment (including the SDLT surcharge and holiday-let mortgage rules), so it pays to get the structure right. For coastal and seafront homes, flood and coastal risk can affect insurance and lender appetite, and older or stone-built Purbeck homes can need a proper survey. Its above-average prices also mean careful budgeting.
That's Family Finance introduces you to carefully selected, FCA-regulated mortgage advisers, and we make sure your protection is set up properly alongside it. Read our full guide to mortgage protection insurance. Talk to us →
Conveyancing & the searches to expect in Swanage
A few standard checks are worth their weight when buying in Swanage, here's what a good conveyancer will look at.
History, heritage & famous connections
Swanage began as a small fishing and quarrying settlement on the Isle of Purbeck. For centuries its life was built on stone, Purbeck stone and the famous Purbeck Marble were quarried here and shipped out from the bay, used in cathedrals and great buildings across the country. In the 19th century the local businessmen John Mowlem and George Burt, who had made fortunes in London building, brought pieces of the capital back to Swanage, which is why the town has a London clock tower, a town hall facade from the City, and other curiosities dotted about.
In the Victorian era Swanage reinvented itself as a seaside resort, with the coming of the railway, the building of the pier and the growth of the sandy bay as a holiday destination. Today the branch line survives as the much-loved Swanage Railway heritage steam line, and the town sits at the eastern gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Corfe Castle guards the approach, Durlston Country Park crowns the cliffs, and Swanage remains both a working year-round community and one of Dorset's best-loved seaside towns.
Swanage through the ages
A quick timeline of the moments that shaped the town you would be buying into.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Medieval onwards | Swanage grows as a fishing and quarrying settlement; Purbeck stone and marble are shipped from the bay for cathedrals and great buildings. |
| 19th c. | John Mowlem and George Burt bring pieces of London back to the town, the clock tower, the town hall facade and other curiosities. |
| 1875 | The pier is built as the town develops into a seaside resort. |
| 1885 | The railway branch line reaches Swanage, opening it up as a holiday destination. |
| 1972 | British Rail closes the branch line, later lovingly restored by volunteers. |
| 1979 onwards | The Swanage Railway heritage steam line is rebuilt, reconnecting to Corfe Castle and Norden. |
| 2019 | Dorset Council is formed as a unitary authority, taking over from the county and district councils. |
Famous connections
A few of the people and stories that put Swanage on the map.
The Jurassic Coast & Old Harry Rocks
Swanage is the eastern gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, with the famous chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks and the Purbeck cliffs on its doorstep.
The Swanage Railway
A beautifully restored heritage steam line running to Corfe Castle and Norden, one of the best-loved preserved railways in the country.
Purbeck stone & Corfe Castle
Centuries of Purbeck stone and Purbeck Marble quarrying, and the dramatic National Trust ruin of Corfe Castle guarding the gap in the Purbeck Hills.
Looking beyond the mortgage
Buying a home in Swanage is a major commitment, and the mortgage is only part of the picture. Whatever you buy, the right protection can help keep the home yours if life does not go to plan.
Life cover
Pays out a lump sum if you die during the policy term, typically arranged to clear the mortgage so your family can stay in the home.
Critical illness cover
Pays out if you are diagnosed with a serious illness the policy covers, helping you keep up payments while you focus on recovery.
Income protection
Replaces part of your income if you cannot work due to illness or injury.
Life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection are what we do. We don't arrange mortgages ourselves; we introduce you to carefully selected, FCA-regulated mortgage advisers, and make sure your protection is set up properly alongside it.Talk to us →
Things people don't always tell you about Swanage
Beyond the brochure, a few honest points worth weighing before you commit to buying here.
Swanage compared with nearby towns
How Swanage sits against the places buyers most often weigh against it, a quick, indicative comparison.
| Town | Rough average price | Station? | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanage | ~£400,000–£430,000 | No (steam line only) | Purbeck seaside town on the Jurassic Coast |
| Wareham | ~£350,000–£375,000 | Yes (direct London) | Historic walled town, the gateway to Purbeck, ~10 miles |
| Poole | Around the Dorset average | Yes | Large harbour town, ~20 miles / via the ferry |
| Dorchester | Around the Dorset average | Yes | The county town of Dorset, ~25 miles west |
| Wimborne Minster | ~£340,000–£365,000 | No | Historic minster market town, ~20 miles north |
Pros & cons of living in Swanage
An honest, balanced summary to weigh up.
| In its favour | To weigh carefully |
|---|---|
| A beautiful sandy bay and Victorian resort | A clear seaside price premium, above the county average |
| The Jurassic Coast and Purbeck on the doorstep | No mainline station. Nearest is Wareham (~10 miles) |
| A genuine year-round community and schools | No A&E (nearest at Poole, a fair distance) |
| The heritage steam railway and rich history | Remote, access only via Corfe Castle or the ferry |
| Superb walking, watersports and outdoors | Strong second-home market can affect community and prices |
| Studland and the National Trust coast nearby | Seafront homes carry coastal flood risk |
Villages & areas around Swanage
Many buyers who love Swanage look just outside it too, a quick guide.
Who tends to move to Swanage?
Understanding your fellow buyers helps you read the market and pitch an offer.
Downsizers & retirees
People drawn by the sea, the walking and the year-round community, though the distance to the nearest A&E is worth weighing.
Second-home & holiday-let buyers
Buyers wanting a coastal bolt-hole or a holiday-let investment in one of Dorset's best-loved resorts, with the tax and lending rules that brings.
Remote workers & coast lovers
People who can work remotely and want the Jurassic Coast on their doorstep, using Wareham for the occasional London trip.
What your money buys in Swanage
A rough sense of what different budgets tend to secure, indicative only, and hugely dependent on position and condition.
Your move to Swanage, step by step
A simple order of play that keeps things on track.
1. Get your budget straight
Work out your deposit, borrowing capacity and the true monthly cost (council tax, insurance and, for a second home, the SDLT surcharge). A mortgage in principle makes you a credible buyer in a competitive coastal market.
2. Check the property early
For seafront homes, check flood and coastal risk and insurance; for older Purbeck-stone homes, check condition, and for a holiday let, get the mortgage structure right, before you fall in love.
3. Line up the right people
A mortgage adviser, a good surveyor and a local conveyancer will save you time, money and stress. We can introduce you to the first.
Already live in Swanage?
This guide isn't just for people moving in. If you already own here, a few moments now can save a lot later.
If your current mortgage deal is within about six months of ending, it's usually worth reviewing your options rather than drifting onto your lender's standard variable rate, which is often more expensive. And whether or not you're moving, it's worth checking that your protection still matches your life. We can introduce you to an FCA-regulated mortgage adviser, and review your life cover, critical illness cover and income protection alongside it.
Review my options →In summary: buying in Swanage
If you are weighing up a move to the town, here is the honest bottom line.
Quick tips before you buy in Swanage
- Visit the seafront, Durlston and the town to get a feel for daily life, in and out of season.
- Check flood risk (coastal, tidal and surface water) by exact postcode.
- Confirm buildings insurance is available and affordable before committing.
- Get a full building survey on older or stone-built Purbeck homes.
- If buying a second home or holiday let, check the SDLT surcharge and holiday-let rules.
- Test broadband and mobile coverage at the exact address.
- Plan your travel. Nearest mainline is Wareham; access via Corfe Castle or the ferry.
- Note the nearest A&E is at Poole, a fair distance away.
- Check catchments for The Swanage School and The Purbeck School at Wareham.
- Consider how the summer influx affects the town for you.
- Get a mortgage agreement in principle so you can act quickly.
- Speak to an adviser about coastal and holiday-let lending.
- Review your protection at the same time as your mortgage.
- Take your conveyancer's advice on flood, coastal and standard searches.
Nearby areas worth considering
If you are weighing Swanage against the surrounding area, these are the places buyers most often compare.
Wareham
The historic walled town at the gateway to Purbeck, about ten miles away, with the nearest mainline station and larger amenities. Wareham
Wimborne Minster
The historic minster market town about twenty miles north, with its great church and Georgian streets. Wimborne Minster
Dorchester
The county town of Dorset, about twenty-five miles west, Thomas Hardy's town, with its own A&E and direct London line. Dorchester
Family Protection
Whichever area you choose, the right life cover, critical illness cover and income protection matter just as much as the mortgage.
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- You are buying, moving or remortgaging in Swanage and want help comparing lenders rather than relying on one bank’s own range.
- You are employed or self-employed with reasonably clean credit and a deposit of around 5% or more.
- You want the mortgage and the protection that goes with it sorted together, rather than as two separate jobs.
- You would rather someone else dealt with the lender, the paperwork and the chasing.
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