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4 THORNE PARK ROAD

TORQUAY, TORBAY TQ2 6RX

4 beds 149 m² Listed 1 May 2012 (-5206d)

£354,950

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# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (TQ2 6RX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 4 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY TQ2 6RX |
| Price | £354,950 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Last sold | £345,000 Aug 2012 |

## Description

**ENTRANCE** **** UPVC panelled and obscure double glazed main entrance door opening to:-

**ENTRANCE** **LOBBY** **** Door to understairs storage cupboard, further door to:-

**CLOAKROOM/WC** **** UPVC obscure double glazed window, white suite comprising low level WC, wash basin with tiled splashback, storage cupboard housing gas fired boiler servicing domestic hot water and central heating.

**** **** From Entrance Lobby, decoratively obscure glazed and leaded door opening to:-

**RECEPTION** **HALL** **** Attractive stairway to first floor, telephone point, radiator, picture rail, two wall light points.

**LOUNGE** **17' 11" x 11' 10" plus bay (5.46m x 3.61m)** A spacious light and airy room with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing, feature fireplace with marble inlay and hearth, decorative surround and fitted living flame gas fire, TV aerial point, picture rail, radiator, recessed spotlights to ceiling, UPVC double glazed French doors leading out to timber decked balcony and enjoying attractive outlook over rear garden and towards the Cockington Valley.

**DINING** **ROOM** **12' 11" x 11' 10" plus bay (3.94m x 3.61m)** A spacious family room with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing and outlook to front, two radiators, picture rail, door to:-

**STUDY** **8' 11" x 8' 2" (2.72m x 2.49m)** Shelving, UPVC double glazed patio doors lead to Conservatory, further door to:-

**WORKSHOP** **8' 3" x 7' 11" (2.51m x 2.41m)** With additional shelving and UPVC panelled and obscure double glazed door opening to driveway to front.

**CONSERVATORY** **12' 2" x 8' 11" (3.71m x 2.72m)** A spacious room with UPVC double glazing to surround, lights and power points, remote controlled sun blind, UPVC double glazed casement door leading out to timber decked balcony, again enjoying attractive outlook to rear garden.

**KITCHEN** **11' 10" x 9' 10" (3.61m x 3m)** Range of modern oak fronted fitments comprising base and drawer cupboards with rolled edge work surfaces extending to breakfast bar, inset single drainer sink unit with mixer tap and plumbing for automatic dishwasher, tiled splashbacks.  Four ring electric hob set into recess with built-in electric double oven, matching range of wall cupboards with concealed lighting under.  Opening through to Breakfast Room, glazed door opening to:-

**CONSERVATORY** **19' 0" x 5' 2" (5.79m x 1.57m)** UPVC double glazing to surround and outlook to side, UPVC double glazed and panelled doors leading out to front and rear gardens.

**BREAKFAST** **ROOM** **8' 8" x 4' 11" (2.64m x 1.5m)** UPVC double glazed windows to surround enjoying attractive outlook across the rear garden and towards the Cockington Valley, radiator, two wall light points, UPVC double glazed patio door leading out to timber decked balcony.  Double swing doors opening to:-

**UTILITY** **ROOM** **7' 0" x 5' 4" (2.13m x 1.63m)** Window to side, plumbing for automatic washing machine, built-in shelving and space for fridge freezer.

**FIRST** **FLOOR** **ACCOMMODATION** ****

**FIRST** **FLOOR** **LANDING** **** UPVC obscure double glazed window, radiator, picture rail, two wall light points, airing cupboard housing factory lagged hot water cylinder, immersion heater and shelving, hatch to roof void with pull down ladder and light offering a good deal of storage.

**BEDROOM** **1** **12' 11" x 11' 11" (3.94m x 3.63m)** Walk-in bay window with UPVC double glazing and outlook to front with distance sea views towards Torquay town centre, radiator, wash basin set in vanity unit with adjoining dressing table, wall mirror and light over, matching wardrobes to one wall and bedside tables, picture rail.

**BEDROOM** **2** **11' 11" x 10' 10" plus bay (3.63m x 3.3m)** A spacious double bedroom with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing, enjoying attractive outlook over rear garden and to the surrounding Cockington Valley, wash basin with cupboard under, radiator, picture rail.

**BEDROOM** **3** **11' 10" x 8' 8" (3.61m x 2.64m)** UPVC double glazed windows to side and rear aspects, again with similar outlooks to Bedroom 2, radiator, overhead cupboards and picture rail.

**BEDROOM** **4** **8' 8" x 7' 0" (2.64m x 2.13m)** UPVC double glazed window with outlooks similar to Bedroom 2, radiator, picture rail.

**BATH/SHOWER** **ROOM** **** UPVC obscure double glazed window, modern white suite comprising panelled bath, wash basin set in vanity unit with cupboard under and wall mirror over, shower cubicle with plumbed shower unit, ceramic tiling to walls, radiator.

**SEPARATE** **WC** **** UPVC obscure double glazed window, low level WC.

**OUTSIDE** **** To the front of the property there is a driveway offering off road parking, lawned area with flower and shrub borders, outside light.  Paths to either side of the property with gated access to the rear garden.  The rear garden is a particular feature of the property, being predominantly level and laid to lawn, inset flower and shrub borders, patio area with ornamental pond, rockery to one side with loose stone path, mature trees and shrubs.  Steps lead up to timber decked balcony with storage under, level access from garden to under property store.

**VIEWING** **ARRANGEMENTS** **** For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact our Chelston Office on 01803 897321.

**DIRECTIONS** **** From Newton Road proceed towards Torre Station.  Turn right at the traffic lights into Avenue Road.  Continue across the first set of traffic lights before turning right at the second set of traffic lights into Walnut Road.  Continue between the parade of shops into St Matthew's Road and then turn right into Herbert Road before turning left into Thorne Park Road.  The property will be seen a short distance along on the left hand side.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/34067317/1641982) - Floorplan 1
- ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/34067317/1641986) - Floorplan 2

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #14789520
- **Address:** 4 Thorne Park Road, TORQUAY, TQ2 6RX
- **Certificate Issued:** 19/09/2021
- **Work Completed:** 09/09/2021
- **Items:** 6 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #16567304
- **Address:** 4 Thorne Park Road, TORQUAY, TQ2 6RX
- **Certificate Issued:** 24/11/2024
- **Work Completed:** 13/11/2024
- **Items:** 5 window(s), 2 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #15316648
- **Address:** 4 Thorne Park Road, Torquay, TQ2 6RX
- **Certificate Issued:** 24/07/2022
- **Work Completed:** 14/07/2022
- **Items:** 8 window(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 4 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX | £345,000 | 02/08/2012 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| LITTLE CLEVELANDS SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN | £675,000 | 18/07/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 15 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX | £640,000 | 08/03/2024 | Detached |
| 24 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SB | £640,000 | 27/11/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 3 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX | £700,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX | £650,000 | 23/11/2022 | Detached |
| GREENHAVEN HERBERT ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RW | £520,000 | 11/11/2022 | Detached |
| MIDHURST BURRIDGE ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6HG | £650,000 | 02/09/2022 | Detached |
| 27 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA | £410,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached |
| 3 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA | £590,000 | 27/01/2022 | Detached |
| WEAVERS COTTAGE, COCKINGTON VILLAGE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6XA | £462,500 | 11/01/2022 | Detached |
| SILVERDALE SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN | £808,000 | 17/12/2021 | Detached |
| GREENHAYES SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN | £665,000 | 13/09/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX | £526,000 | 09/09/2021 | Detached |
| 19 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA | £450,000 | 20/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £629,000 (4 sales)
**Area average:** £587,050 (10 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £439,000 (23 Detached, TQ2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -19.1%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Torbay). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £822/mo
- **Realistic:** £913/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,004/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Devon (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,097/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 4 Bed Terraced House, Queensway, TQ2 | £1,450/mo | 4 | 0.62 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.41% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £181,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £145,000

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,450/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 20.4×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-118/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.4%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 9.1%
- **10y growth:** 47.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Torbay; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 35.5%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Floor area

149 m²

Last sold

£345,000 Aug 2012

Local average

£439,000 (-19.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,209 of 33,755)

Street crime

236 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Substantial 1930s Detached House
4 Bedrooms & 2 Conservatories
Spacious Lounge & Dining Room
Kitchen, Breakfast Room & Utility Room
Bath/Shower Room & Separate WC
Cloakroom/WC & Study
GCH & UPVC Double Glazing
Attractive Gardens & Parking

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

ENTRANCE ** UPVC panelled and obscure double glazed main entrance door opening to:-

ENTRANCE LOBBY Door to understairs storage cupboard, further door to:-

CLOAKROOM/WC UPVC obscure double glazed window, white suite comprising low level WC, wash basin with tiled splashback, storage cupboard housing gas fired boiler servicing domestic hot water and central heating.

From Entrance Lobby, decoratively obscure glazed and leaded door opening to:-

RECEPTION HALL Attractive stairway to first floor, telephone point, radiator, picture rail, two wall light points.

LOUNGE 17' 11" x 11' 10" plus bay (5.46m x 3.61m) A spacious light and airy room with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing, feature fireplace with marble inlay and hearth, decorative surround and fitted living flame gas fire, TV aerial point, picture rail, radiator, recessed spotlights to ceiling, UPVC double glazed French doors leading out to timber decked balcony and enjoying attractive outlook over rear garden and towards the Cockington Valley.

DINING ROOM 12' 11" x 11' 10" plus bay (3.94m x 3.61m) A spacious family room with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing and outlook to front, two radiators, picture rail, door to:-

STUDY 8' 11" x 8' 2" (2.72m x 2.49m) Shelving, UPVC double glazed patio doors lead to Conservatory, further door to:-

WORKSHOP 8' 3" x 7' 11" (2.51m x 2.41m) With additional shelving and UPVC panelled and obscure double glazed door opening to driveway to front.

CONSERVATORY 12' 2" x 8' 11" (3.71m x 2.72m) A spacious room with UPVC double glazing to surround, lights and power points, remote controlled sun blind, UPVC double glazed casement door leading out to timber decked balcony, again enjoying attractive outlook to rear garden.

KITCHEN 11' 10" x 9' 10" (3.61m x 3m) Range of modern oak fronted fitments comprising base and drawer cupboards with rolled edge work surfaces extending to breakfast bar, inset single drainer sink unit with mixer tap and plumbing for automatic dishwasher, tiled splashbacks. Four ring electric hob set into recess with built-in electric double oven, matching range of wall cupboards with concealed lighting under. Opening through to Breakfast Room, glazed door opening to:-

CONSERVATORY 19' 0" x 5' 2" (5.79m x 1.57m) UPVC double glazing to surround and outlook to side, UPVC double glazed and panelled doors leading out to front and rear gardens.

BREAKFAST ROOM 8' 8" x 4' 11" (2.64m x 1.5m) UPVC double glazed windows to surround enjoying attractive outlook across the rear garden and towards the Cockington Valley, radiator, two wall light points, UPVC double glazed patio door leading out to timber decked balcony. Double swing doors opening to:-

UTILITY ROOM 7' 0" x 5' 4" (2.13m x 1.63m) Window to side, plumbing for automatic washing machine, built-in shelving and space for fridge freezer.

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

FIRST FLOOR LANDING UPVC obscure double glazed window, radiator, picture rail, two wall light points, airing cupboard housing factory lagged hot water cylinder, immersion heater and shelving, hatch to roof void with pull down ladder and light offering a good deal of storage.

BEDROOM 1 12' 11" x 11' 11" (3.94m x 3.63m) Walk-in bay window with UPVC double glazing and outlook to front with distance sea views towards Torquay town centre, radiator, wash basin set in vanity unit with adjoining dressing table, wall mirror and light over, matching wardrobes to one wall and bedside tables, picture rail.

BEDROOM 2 11' 11" x 10' 10" plus bay (3.63m x 3.3m) A spacious double bedroom with walk-in bay window, UPVC double glazing, enjoying attractive outlook over rear garden and to the surrounding Cockington Valley, wash basin with cupboard under, radiator, picture rail.

BEDROOM 3 11' 10" x 8' 8" (3.61m x 2.64m) UPVC double glazed windows to side and rear aspects, again with similar outlooks to Bedroom 2, radiator, overhead cupboards and picture rail.

BEDROOM 4 8' 8" x 7' 0" (2.64m x 2.13m) UPVC double glazed window with outlooks similar to Bedroom 2, radiator, picture rail.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM UPVC obscure double glazed window, modern white suite comprising panelled bath, wash basin set in vanity unit with cupboard under and wall mirror over, shower cubicle with plumbed shower unit, ceramic tiling to walls, radiator.

SEPARATE WC UPVC obscure double glazed window, low level WC.

OUTSIDE To the front of the property there is a driveway offering off road parking, lawned area with flower and shrub borders, outside light. Paths to either side of the property with gated access to the rear garden. The rear garden is a particular feature of the property, being predominantly level and laid to lawn, inset flower and shrub borders, patio area with ornamental pond, rockery to one side with loose stone path, mature trees and shrubs. Steps lead up to timber decked balcony with storage under, level access from garden to under property store.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact our Chelston Office on 01803 897321.

DIRECTIONS ** From Newton Road proceed towards Torre Station. Turn right at the traffic lights into Avenue Road. Continue across the first set of traffic lights before turning right at the second set of traffic lights into Walnut Road. Continue between the parade of shops into St Matthew's Road and then turn right into Herbert Road before turning left into Thorne Park Road. The property will be seen a short distance along on the left hand side.

Listed by

Torquay

Gargan & Hart

Reference: 34067317

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 2

FENSA Certificates

This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #14789520 Recent

Property Details

Street: 4 Thorne Park Road

Town: TORQUAY

Postcode: TQ2 6RX

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 19/09/2021

Work Completed: 09/09/2021

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #16567304 Recent

Property Details

Street: 4 Thorne Park Road

Town: TORQUAY

Postcode: TQ2 6RX

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 24/11/2024

Work Completed: 13/11/2024

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #15316648 Recent

Property Details

Street: 4 Thorne Park Road

Town: Torquay

Postcode: TQ2 6RX

Installation Details

Items: 8 windows

Certificate Issued: 24/07/2022

Work Completed: 14/07/2022

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	02/08/2012 (14 years ago)	£345,000	—

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
LITTLE CLEVELANDS SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN	£675,000	18/07/2025	Detached
Same street 15 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX	£640,000	08/03/2024	Detached
24 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SB	£640,000	27/11/2023	Detached
Same street 3 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX	£700,000	16/12/2022	Detached
Same street 18 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX	£650,000	23/11/2022	Detached
GREENHAVEN HERBERT ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RW	£520,000	11/11/2022	Detached
MIDHURST BURRIDGE ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6HG	£650,000	02/09/2022	Detached
27 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA	£410,000	28/01/2022	Detached
3 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA	£590,000	27/01/2022	Detached
WEAVERS COTTAGE, COCKINGTON VILLAGE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6XA	£462,500	11/01/2022	Detached
SILVERDALE SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN	£808,000	17/12/2021	Detached
GREENHAYES SEAWAY LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6PN	£665,000	13/09/2021	Detached
Same street 18 THORNE PARK ROAD, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6RX	£526,000	09/09/2021	Detached
19 NUT BUSH LANE, TORQUAY, TORBAY, TQ2 6SA	£450,000	20/08/2021	Detached

Street average: £629,000 (4 sales)

Area average: £587,050 (10 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 9.1%

10y growth 47.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Torbay. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) -1.3%

5y (index) 9.9%

10y (index) 35.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Torbay. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £822/mo

Realistic £913/mo

Optimistic £1,004/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Torbay.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Devon: £1,097/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View TQ2 6RX

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Herbert Road	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Hamilton House	0.1 miles
Shop	Morrisons Daily	0.3 miles
Shop	Unknown	0.4 miles
Train station	Torquay	0.6 miles
Train station	Torre	0.7 miles
Hospital	Mount Stuart Hospital	0.9 miles
Hospital	Brixham Hospital	5.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	106
Anti-social behaviour	34
Criminal damage and arson	19
Other theft	19
Shoplifting	11
Vehicle crime	11
Drugs	9
Burglary	8
Public order	7
Theft from the person	4
Bicycle theft	3
Possession of weapons	3
Other crime	2
Total incidents	236

Within 1 mile during May 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
Cockington Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Inadequate — 5 Dec 2021
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 14 Jul 2022
Preston Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 20 Oct 2017
Sherwell Valley Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 27 Nov 2013
Torquay Boys' Grammar School	Secondary	0.8 miles	Good — 14 Nov 2021

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title	Rent	Beds	Distance	As seen on
4 Bed Terraced House, Queensway, TQ2	£1,450/mo	4	0.62 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,450/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.41%

Max investor price (0.8%) £181,250

Target investor price (1%) £145,000

Gross yield 4.9%

Cost-to-rent ratio 20.4×

Monthly cashflow £-118/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -1.4%

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).