3 GODMANSTON CLOSE
POOLE, POOLE BH17 8BT
£339,995
Property details
Floor area
71 m²
Last sold
£335,000 Jun 2018
Local average
£396,975 (-14.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (22,669 of 33,755)
Street crime
129 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Four bedroom detached family home which would now benefit from some modernisation
- Large open plan lounge/diner
- Conservatory overlooking private rear garden
- 20' Master bedroom with en-suite shower room
- Parking leading to a garage
- Popular Canford Heath location in Poole
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Front door leading through to
ENTRANCE HALL Stairs to first floor. Coved and textured ceiling. Ceiling light point. Radiator. Telephone point. Wall mounted thermostat control. Door leading through to lounge/diner, kitchen/breakfast room and ground floor cloakroom.
GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM Low level WC. Fixed wash hand basin with tiled splashback. Radiator. UPVC double glazed window to side aspect. Textured ceiling with ceiling light point.
LOUNGE/DINER A fine feature of this property is this large open plan room. Lounge Area: 14'11" plus bay x 11'11" (4.55m plus bay x 3.63m) Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed window to front aspect. TV point. Double panelled radiator. Feature electric fire with surround. Feature archway leading through to Dining Area: 11'11" x 8'10" (3.63m x 2.69m) Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. Double panelled radiator. Door giving access through to kitchen/breakfast room. UPVC double glazed windows and doors giving access through to the conservatory.
CONSERVATORY 12' max x 11'2" max (3.66m max x 3.4m max) Irregular shape. Part brick built with UPVC double glazed windows to rear and side aspect. Double glazed door giving access through to the private rear garden. Pitched roof with ceiling light fan. Laminated flooring. Electric points.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 14'9" x 8'11" (4.5m x 2.72m) Fitted kitchen with a good range of eye level and base units incorporating a Samsung electric hob. Integrated oven and grill. One and a half bowl sink unit with mixer taps. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for dryer. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Space for upright fridge/freezer. Laminated flooring. Double panelled radiator. Part tiled walls. Coved and smooth set ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. UPVC double glazed door giving access to the rear garden.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. Hatch to loft. Doors to all bedrooms and family bathroom. Door to airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder with higher level shelving.
MASTER BEDROOM 20'3" max x 11'7" max into recess narrowing to 8'1" (6.17m max x 3.53m max into recess narrowing to 2.46m) Spacious master bedroom with UPVC double glazed window to front aspect. Double panelled radiator. Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. Door leading through to EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM Shower cubicle with wall mounted shower and control. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap. Low level WC. Tiled walls. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Textured ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed frosted window to rear aspect.
BEDROOM TWO 12' x 8'10" (3.66m x 2.69m) Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed window to front aspect. Radiator. Door to storage cupboard.
BEDROOM THREE 10'5" x 7'10" (3.18m x 2.39m) Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR (currently used as a Study) 7'5" x 7' (2.26m x 2.13m) Coved and textured ceiling with ceiling light point. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Radiator.
BATHROOM Panelled bath. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Heated towel rail. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Shaver point. Tiled walls. Textured ceiling with ceiling light point.
The Outside of the Property
FRONT GARDEN The front garden has been majority laid to lawn with a hardstanding driveway to the right hand side providing off road parking and giving access through to a garage. Pathway laid to patio with step leading to the front door.
GARAGE Up and over door. Power and light connected. Wall mounted boiler.
REAR GARDEN A fully enclosed private rear garden which has been majority laid to lawn. Patio area directly leading from the conservatory and kitchen/breakfast room. Further patio area to the far left hand side. Good range of mature shrubs, bushes and trees. Shed. Pathway to the side giving access to the front via a gate. Fully enclosed by timber fence panels. Outside tap.
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The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property.
Listed by
Broadstone
Wrights Estate Agents
Reference: 69354548
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #1953226
Property Details
Street: 3 Godmanston Close
Town: Poole
Postcode: BH17 8BT
Installation Details
Items: 15 windows and 2 doors
Certificate Issued: 16/08/2004
Work Completed: 24/05/2004
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 | 28/06/2018 (7 years ago) | £335,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BU | £399,950 | 12/09/2025 | Detached |
| Same street 35 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £170,000 | 13/12/2024 | Flat |
| 7 SUTTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8SS | £286,000 | 01/12/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 23 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £350,000 | 16/06/2023 | Detached |
| 116 VERITY CRESCENT, CANFORD HEATH, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8TY | £343,000 | 24/03/2023 | Detached |
| 239 VERITY CRESCENT, CANFORD HEATH, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8UA | £325,000 | 07/03/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 27 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £170,000 | 10/01/2023 | Flat |
| 97 TWYFORD WAY, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8SR | £500,000 | 28/11/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 57 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £165,000 | 21/11/2022 | Flat |
| 5 TOTMEL ROAD, CANFORD HEATH, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BX | £350,000 | 23/09/2022 | Detached |
| 54 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BU | £375,000 | 20/06/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 73 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £180,000 | 22/04/2022 | Flat |
| 5 TWYFORD WAY, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BL | £425,000 | 07/04/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 31 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £142,500 | 01/04/2022 | Flat |
| 83 TWYFORD WAY, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8SR | £461,500 | 01/04/2022 | Detached |
| 5 SEATOWN CLOSE, CANFORD HEATH, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BH | £318,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached |
| 17 TWYFORD WAY, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BL | £449,950 | 03/02/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 63 GODMANSTON CLOSE, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BT | £134,000 | 24/09/2021 | Flat |
| 9 SEATOWN CLOSE, CANFORD HEATH, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BH | £331,450 | 06/08/2021 | Detached |
| 5 TWYFORD WAY, POOLE, BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE, BH17 8BL | £350,000 | 25/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £187,357 (7 sales)
Area average: £378,065 (13 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): Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Chalbury Close | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Sweet Spot | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Parkstone | 1.9 miles |
| Train station | Branksome | 2.2 miles |
| University | Bournemouth University (Talbot Campus) | 2.6 miles |
| University | Bournemouth University | 2.6 miles |
| Hospital | Dorset HealthCare | 3.2 miles |
| Hospital | Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital | 3.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 49 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 32 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 16 |
| Shoplifting | 11 |
| Other theft | 7 |
| Vehicle crime | 7 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Robbery | 2 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total incidents | 129 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ad Astra Infant School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 8 Feb 2018 |
| Magna Academy | Secondary | 0.6 miles | Good — 18 May 2023 |
| Haymoor Junior School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 19 Nov 2012 |
| St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole | Secondary | 0.8 miles | Good — 23 May 2013 |
| Winchelsea School | Other | 1.0 miles | Good — 24 Jul 2022 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).