A buyer’s guide to Swanmore, 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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Whether you're buying your first home in Swanmore, remortgaging, upsizing or simply researching this sought-after Hampshire village, a leafy Meon Valley village with its own well-regarded secondary school, a pretty Victorian church and the South Downs on its edge, close to Bishop’s Waltham and within reach of Winchester, Southampton and the coast, this guide covers what buyers and homeowners actually want to know.
Quick answers about Swanmore
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Is Swanmore a good place to live?⌄
Yes, a sought-after Meon Valley village.
Is Swanmore expensive?⌄
Sought-after, often £400,000–£625,000.
Does Swanmore have a railway station?⌄
No, nearest at Botley, Eastleigh or Fareham.
What is Swanmore known for?⌄
Its secondary school, church & the Meon Valley.
Where is the nearest A&E to Swanmore?⌄
Winchester or Southampton, a drive.
Is Swanmore right for you?
Every town suits some buyers better than others. Here is how Swanmore rates for the people who most often buy here, and why.
| Buyer type | Rating | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Families | ★★★★★ | A rarity for a village, a Good primary and its own Good secondary (Swanmore College), plus the South Downs on the doorstep. |
| Upsizers | ★★★★☆ | Larger and country homes in a leafy, sought-after Meon Valley village, space and setting at a premium. |
| Professionals | ★★★★☆ | A quiet, characterful village within a drive of Southampton, Winchester and Fareham employers and the M27. |
| First-time buyers | ★★☆☆☆ | Well-above-average prices and few smaller homes make the first step hard in this sought-after village. |
| Commuters (to London) | ★★☆☆☆ | No station in the village, you drive to Botley, Eastleigh or Fareham first, so it suits drivers more than rail commuters. |
An honest, at-a-glance summary of what Swanmore does brilliantly, and what to weigh carefully, before you commit.
Swanmore at a glance
The key facts buyers ask us about most, in one place.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| County & councils | Hampshire (two-tier): Hampshire County Council & Winchester City Council |
| Postcode district | SO32 |
| Approx. character | A leafy, sought-after Meon Valley village with its own secondary school |
| Average house price | Well above average, often £400,000–£625,000; larger & country homes beyond; sources vary |
| Railway | No station, nearest at Botley, Eastleigh or Fareham (all a drive) |
| Nearest A&E | Royal Hampshire County (Winchester) or Southampton General, a drive; verify with NHS |
| Schools | Hampshire non-selective; Swanmore CofE Primary & Swanmore College (secondary, in the village) |
| Known for | Swanmore College, St Barnabas Church & the Meon Valley |
| Population | About 2,800 (Swanmore parish) |
| Roads | Roads to Bishop’s Waltham & the M27, and to Winchester |
| Green space | The Meon Valley, the South Downs & the surrounding woods & farmland |
| Council tax (Band D) | £2,424.85 for 2026/27 (Swanmore parish), confirm your exact band |
Property prices & council tax in Swanmore
Swanmore is a sought-after rural village where prices are well above the national average, reflecting its leafy Meon Valley setting, its village character, its well-regarded secondary school and its position within reach of Winchester and Southampton. It offers smaller and older brick homes, characterful and period houses, popular family homes, and larger detached and country properties. Published figures vary by property and area, so treat the ranges below as a broad guide and verify for the exact home.
| Property type / area | Typical position in the market | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Smaller & older brick homes | Indicatively around £300,000–£400,000 | First-time buyers; the more accessible ways in |
| Terraced & character homes | Indicatively around £400,000–£500,000 | First-time buyers; smaller families |
| Semi-detached & family homes | Indicatively around £475,000–£625,000 | Growing families |
| Swanmore average | Well above average, often £400,000–£625,000 (verify per property) | A broad benchmark for the village |
| Detached & country homes | Indicatively £625,000–£1.1m+ | Buyers wanting a larger or country home |
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.
£400,000
Smaller / older home
~£89,000
household income (guide)
£525,000
Village benchmark
~£117,000
household income (guide)
£750,000
Detached / country (indicative)
~£167,000
household income (guide)
Swanmore affordability & stamp duty calculator
A quick, no-obligation way to see roughly what you could borrow in Swanmore 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 |
| £60,000 | ~£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 Swanmore property market in depth
Swanmore offers a sought-after rural-village market, smaller and older brick homes, character houses, popular family homes, and larger detached and country properties, with its leafy setting, its village character, its well-regarded secondary school and its position within reach of Winchester and Southampton all driving strong demand.
| Property type | What to expect | Typical guide |
|---|---|---|
| Smaller & older brick homes | The more accessible way in; the village’s characterful Victorian brick houses. | £300,000–£400,000 |
| Terraced & character homes | Period and character homes in and around the village. | £400,000–£500,000 |
| Semi-detached & family homes | Popular family homes across the village. | £475,000–£625,000 |
| Detached & country homes | Larger detached and country homes on the edges, the top of the local market. | £625,000–£1.1m+ |
Swanmore's appeal, a leafy, sought-after Meon Valley village with its own secondary school and the South Downs on the doorstep, makes it a strongly sought-after market, from characterful Victorian brick homes to substantial detached and country houses.
That range means budgeting and the right mortgage matter. Larger detached and country homes here can mean substantial lending, and period, unusual-construction or low-lying properties are cases lenders and surveyors look at carefully, so a survey is wise on an older home. A mortgage adviser helps you match the right lender to your plans, the kind of introduction we can arrange.
What makes Swanmore so popular?
Swanmore's appeal is a leafy village with its own school and real countryside.
Its own secondary school
Unusually for a village, Swanmore has its own well-regarded secondary school, Swanmore College, serving the wider Meon Valley, a genuine draw for families, alongside the village primary.
The Meon Valley & the Downs
A leafy, wooded village in the beautiful Meon Valley, on the edge of the South Downs National Park, with Swanmore Park and open countryside all around, superb walking, cycling and riding.
Village character
A village centre, historic pubs, the pretty Victorian church of St Barnabas, and a strong community, a genuine, characterful Hampshire village.
Transport & commuting from Swanmore
Transport in Swanmore is car-led, there is no railway station, but roads reach Bishop’s Waltham, the M27, Southampton and Winchester. These indicative times are a starting point, always verify current timetables before relying on a specific journey.
| Route | Approx. time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swanmore → Bishop’s Waltham | ~5 min drive | The neighbouring market town, for shops & services |
| Swanmore → the M27 | ~15 min drive | For Southampton, Portsmouth, Fareham & the coast |
| Swanmore → Botley station | ~15 min drive | Nearest station, for Southampton, Eastleigh & connections |
| Swanmore → Fareham | ~20 min drive | South for the town, its station & the coast |
| Swanmore → Winchester | ~25 min drive | North-west for the city & its fast London trains |
| Swanmore → Southampton | ~30 min drive | The city, the airport & the docks |
| Swanmore → the South Downs | ~5–10 min | The National Park on the village’s edge |
| Swanmore → Wickham | ~10 min drive | The historic Meon Valley village to the south |
Getting around Swanmore
Day-to-day mobility here is worth thinking through, the practical picture.
By car
Roads link the village to Bishop’s Waltham and the M27 to the south and Winchester to the north-west. A car is very useful here.
By train
No station in the village. The nearest are Botley, Eastleigh and Fareham (for Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester and the network), each a drive away.
For the airport
Southampton Airport is around 25–30 minutes by road, handy for flying.
By bus
Local bus services connect Swanmore with Bishop’s Waltham, Wickham and the villages, check current routes and frequencies.
On foot, by bike & the Downs
The Meon Valley, the South Downs and the surrounding woods and lanes give superb walking, cycling and riding on the doorstep.
For the commute
Swanmore suits Southampton, Winchester, Fareham and Bishop’s Waltham workers who drive, plus those happy to drive to a station, a leafy village base.
Schools in Swanmore
Hampshire state schools are mostly comprehensive and non-selective, and here Swanmore is unusually well served, with both a primary school (Swanmore Church of England Primary) and its own secondary school (Swanmore College) in the village. Because catchments and admissions matter, confirm the current position directly.
| School | Type | Inspection | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School | Primary (state, C of E) | Good | The village primary school, rated Good at its most recent graded Ofsted inspection, check the current catchment and its latest report. |
| Swanmore College | Secondary (state, co-ed, 11–16) | Good | The village’s own well-regarded secondary, serving the wider Meon Valley and rated Good at its July 2023 inspection, a real draw; check catchment and admissions. |
| Sixth form & college (area) | 16–18 (state & college) | See colleges | Sixth-form and college options are within reach around Winchester, Eastleigh and Fareham, check options. |
| Independent & further options (area) | Independent & state | See schools | Independent schools and further options are within reach around Winchester and Southampton, check each school. |
Map, Police & Fire Services in Swanmore
A useful local guide should show the practical services buyers actually check, policing, fire cover, emergency healthcare and the local crime context for Swanmore.
Popular parts of Swanmore & nearby
Where you buy in Swanmore shapes both your budget and your character, from the main village to Upper Swanmore and the wooded edges. A quick orientation.
Local highlights & days out from Swanmore
Swanmore packs its own school, a pretty church and the Meon Valley into one village. A few of the best-loved local highlights.
Sports, leisure & community in Swanmore
For a village, Swanmore offers a lot, its schools, the countryside and community.
The countryside
The Meon Valley, the South Downs and the surrounding woods and lanes give walking, cycling, riding and wildlife right on the doorstep.
The community & village
The village pubs, shops, sports and clubs, the church and community events, a strong village life.
The towns near
Bishop’s Waltham for everyday shopping, home to the English Heritage ruins of Bishop’s Waltham Palace with Winchester, Southampton, Fareham and the coast each within reach, plusMarwell Zoo a short drive away for family days out.
Healthcare & local services in Swanmore
Healthcare access is reasonable for a village, GP provision in the area, and major hospitals a drive away at Winchester and Southampton.
The area has GP provision, with dentists and pharmacies at nearby Bishop’s Waltham; the nearest major hospitals are the Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Southampton General Hospital, both within a drive. GP and dental registration availability changes over time, so always check directly with a practice about its current catchment before relying on it for a move, and confirm the nearest current A&E with the NHS.
Living in Swanmore
Day to day, Swanmore is a leafy, sought-after Meon Valley village with its own schools, a village centre, a pretty Victorian church, and the South Downs and wooded countryside on the doorstep. Here is a sense of everyday life.
Swanmore has the amenities of a good village, a village centre with shops and services, historic pubs, a primary school and its own well-regarded secondary (Swanmore College), sports and a strong community, along with the Meon Valley, the South Downs and the surrounding woods on the doorstep, and Bishop’s Waltham, Winchester, Southampton and Fareham each within reach for bigger shopping and services. The big everyday pluses are the schools, the character and the countryside.
Connectivity for working is generally reasonable, superfast broadband reaches much of the village, so home and hybrid working is possible, complemented by a drive to a station or to Winchester and its fast London trains for office days. The main trade-offs are well-above-average prices, the lack of a railway station, the drive to a major hospital, and a flood-risk consideration in low-lying spots, but for schools, character and countryside it is a lovely choice.
| Everyday amenity | In Swanmore? | Nearest / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary schools | Yes | Swanmore Church of England Primary; check catchment |
| Secondary schools | Yes (in the village) | Swanmore College (state), serving the wider Meon Valley; check catchment |
| GP & hospital | Local / hospital a drive | GP provision in the area (Bishop’s Waltham); major hospitals at Winchester & Southampton |
| Nearest A&E | A drive (Winchester / Southampton) | Royal Hampshire County (Winchester) or Southampton General, verify with NHS |
| Railway station | No (nearest a drive) | No station in village; nearest Botley, Eastleigh & Fareham |
| Shops | Yes (village) + towns near | Village shops; Bishop’s Waltham, Winchester & Southampton a drive for wider shopping |
| Green space | Yes (abundant) | The Meon Valley, the South Downs & the surrounding woods & farmland |
Working & connectivity in Swanmore
Superfast broadband reaches much of Swanmore, with faster full-fibre available in parts of the village, so home and hybrid working is possible, complemented by a drive to a station or to Winchester and its fast London trains for office days. Coverage can still vary by exact address, particularly in older and outlying properties in Upper Swanmore and towards the countryside, so check the specific property on the providers' and Ofcom's coverage checkers before you commit.
| Connectivity | Typical picture |
|---|---|
| Fixed broadband | Superfast reaches much of the village; full-fibre in parts, check the exact address |
| Mobile coverage | Generally reasonable in the village; can vary towards the woods & Downs |
| Rail for office days | No station, nearest Botley/Eastleigh/Fareham, or Winchester (fast to London), a drive |
| Road & air | Roads to Bishop’s Waltham/M27 & Winchester; Southampton Airport ~25–30 min |
Check broadband before you make an offer in Swanmore
Broadband speeds can vary street by street in Swanmore, 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 Swanmore
On flooding, much of Swanmore sits at lower risk on higher ground, but streams run through and near the village, so low-lying parts carry a flood-risk consideration worth checking carefully.
Cost of living & running a home in Swanmore
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) | £2,424.85 | Hampshire, Swanmore parish, confirm your band |
| Buildings insurance | Varies, check near streams | Stream/surface-water flood risk in low-lying spots can affect premiums; get a quote and flood check before committing |
| Water & wastewater | ~£500–£800/yr | Southern Water area, check the supplier for the address |
| Broadband | ~£30–£50/mth | Superfast widely available; full-fibre in parts, check the address |
Financing a home in Swanmore
A leafy Meon Valley village with its own school is a lovely thing to buy into, a few points on the mortgage side are worth understanding first.
Swanmore's desirable market and well-above-average prices mean the right mortgage matters, from characterful Victorian brick homes to larger detached and country homes that involve substantial lending. Period, unusual-construction or low-lying properties are cases lenders and surveyors look at carefully, so a survey is wise on an older home. Getting the right lender for your circumstances is where good advice pays off.
That's Family Finance introduces you to carefully selected, FCA-regulated mortgage advisers who search across lenders to fit your circumstances, 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 Swanmore
A few standard checks are worth their weight when buying in Swanmore, especially flood near the streams and on period homes.
History, heritage & famous connections
Swanmore is, for the Meon Valley, a relatively young village. For centuries the land here was part of the parish of Droxford, a scattered area of farms and woodland on the edge of the Forest of Bere. The village grew in the 19th century, in large part to house workers in the local brickworks, which is why so many of its houses are the early and mid-Victorian brick buildings that give Swanmore its distinctive character. As the community grew it gained its own church, St Barnabas, built in 1844 in a Neo-Norman style by the noted Victorian architect Benjamin Ferrey, and became a parish in its own right.
Through the 20th century Swanmore developed into a sought-after Meon Valley village, gaining its own secondary school (Swanmore College, first built in 1961) as well as its primary, unusual and valuable for a village, and a big part of its family appeal. Set among woods and farmland on the edge of the South Downs, with the historic Swanmore Park nearby, it remains a leafy, characterful and much-loved place to live.
Swanmore through the ages
A quick timeline of the moments that shaped the town you would be buying into.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| To 19th c | The area is part of Droxford parish, scattered farms and woodland on the edge of the Forest of Bere. |
| 19th c | Swanmore grows to house local brickworkers, hence its Victorian brick houses. |
| 1844 | St Barnabas Church is built (Neo-Norman, by Benjamin Ferrey); Swanmore becomes a parish. |
| 1961 | A secondary school is built in the village (now Swanmore College). |
| 20th–21st c | Swanmore becomes a sought-after Meon Valley village, valued for its schools and setting. |
| Today | A leafy, characterful village with its own primary and secondary schools. |
Famous connections
A few of the people and stories that put Swanmore on the map.
Swanmore College
The village’s own well-regarded secondary school, serving the wider Meon Valley, a rarity for a village and a genuine draw for families.
St Barnabas Church
The pretty Victorian church built in 1844 by the noted architect Benjamin Ferrey in a Neo-Norman style, a Grade II listed landmark at the heart of the village.
Swanmore Park
The historic neo-Tudor house designed by Sir Alfred Waterhouse, one of the great Victorian architects, with views over the Meon Valley within the South Downs National Park.
Looking beyond the mortgage
Buying a home in Swanmore 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 Swanmore
Beyond the brochure, a few honest points worth weighing before you commit to buying here.
Swanmore compared with nearby towns
How Swanmore sits against the places buyers most often weigh against it, a quick, indicative comparison.
| Town | Rough average price | Station? | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swanmore | ~£400k–£625k | No (nearest Botley/Eastleigh/Fareham, a drive) | Leafy Meon Valley village; its own secondary school; St Barnabas church; near the South Downs |
| Bishop’s Waltham | ~£375k–£600k | No (nearest Botley/Winchester) | The historic market town just to the south-west, with its palace ruins |
| Wickham | ~£375k–£600k | No (nearest Fareham/Botley) | The historic Meon Valley village to the south, with its famous square |
| Droxford | ~£450k–£750k | No (nearest Botley/Petersfield) | The pretty Meon Valley village to the north-east |
| Shedfield | ~£400k–£650k | No (nearest Botley/Fareham) | The village to the south-west, towards Botley |
Pros & cons of living in Swanmore
An honest, balanced summary to weigh up.
| In its favour | To weigh carefully |
|---|---|
| A leafy Meon Valley village | Prices well above the national average |
| Its own primary & secondary schools | No railway station (nearest a drive) |
| St Barnabas church & village character | No major A&E in the village (Winchester/Southampton, a drive) |
| The South Downs & woods on the doorstep | A flood-risk consideration near the streams |
| Bishop’s Waltham & the M27 near | Larger period & country homes mean substantial lending |
| Winchester & Southampton within reach | Big-town shopping is a drive |
Villages & areas around Swanmore
Many buyers who love Swanmore look just outside it too, a quick guide.
Who tends to move to Swanmore?
Understanding your fellow buyers helps you read the market and pitch an offer.
Families
People drawn above all to the village primary and its own well-regarded secondary school (Swanmore College), rare for a village, and to the countryside on the doorstep.
Village & countryside lovers
People who want a leafy, characterful Meon Valley village with the South Downs and woods a step away, comfortable driving for a station and bigger shopping.
Commuters (by road)
People working in Southampton, Winchester or Fareham who drive (the M27 is about fifteen minutes), or who are happy to drive to a nearby station for a fast London train.
What your money buys in Swanmore
A rough sense of what different budgets tend to secure, indicative only, and hugely dependent on position and condition.
Your move to Swanmore, step by step
A simple order of play that keeps things on track.
1. Get your budget straight
Work out your deposit and the true monthly cost (mortgage, council tax, insurance, which flood risk near the streams can affect, and SDLT), and get a mortgage in principle so you can move quickly in a sought-after village.
2. Do your homework on the property
Check flood risk (for low-lying homes near the streams), get a full building survey (essential on period homes), and check the school catchment carefully, 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 Swanmore?
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 Swanmore
If you are weighing up a move to the town, here is the honest bottom line.
Quick tips before you buy in Swanmore
- Enjoy the village, the shops and pubs, St Barnabas Church, the schools, and the Meon Valley and South Downs close by.
- Note the transport. There is no station, so a rail commute means a drive to Botley, Eastleigh or Fareham; roads reach Bishop’s Waltham, the M27 (~15 min) and Winchester.
- Note the schools. Swanmore has its own primary and secondary (Swanmore College), a real draw; check catchment.
- Check flood risk for low-lying homes near the streams, and confirm insurance.
- Confirm the council tax and band, Swanmore (Swanmore parish, Hampshire) Band D is £2,424.85 for 2026/27.
- Budget realistically, prices are well above average; use an adviser.
- Verify the nearest current A&E (Royal Hampshire County, Winchester or Southampton General) with the NHS.
- Get a full building survey on a period home, and check any listing or conservation-area status.
- Check private drainage on rural or outlying properties.
- Explore Upper Swanmore and Swanmore Park to get a feel for the area.
- Note Bishop’s Waltham, Winchester, Southampton and Fareham are each within reach for wider shopping.
- Get a mortgage agreement in principle before you start viewing in earnest.
- Review your protection at the same time as your mortgage, important for family buyers.
- Take your conveyancer’s advice on flood, boundary, conservation and standard searches.
Nearby areas worth considering
If you are weighing Swanmore against the surrounding area, these are the places buyers most often compare.
Bishop’s Waltham
The historic market town just to the south-west, with its palace ruins.
Wickham
The historic Meon Valley village to the south, with its famous square.
Droxford
The pretty Meon Valley village to the north-east.
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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This is likely a good fit if…
- You are buying, moving or remortgaging in Swanmore 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.
We do not advise on the mortgage ourselves. The mortgage advice comes from a separately regulated firm we introduce you to.
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Frequently asked questions
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Also for homeowners in Swanmore: Equity release in Swanmore: releasing tax-free cash from your home in later life.
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