18 BORLASE CRESCENT
ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL PL25 4RF
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
66 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 2012 onwards
Last sold
£186,950 Feb 2017
Price per m²
£3,788/m²
Local average
£243,357 (+2.7%)
Deprivation
Decile 5 (15,634 of 33,755)
Street crime
156 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- THREE WELL PROPORTIONED BEDROOMS
- OFF ROAD PARKING PLUS GARAGE
- POPULAR RESIDENTIAL LOCATION
- WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO LOCAL AMENITIES
- ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN
- PERFECT FIRST HOME
- CONNECTED TO ALL MAINS SERVICES
- DOUBLE GLAZING THROUGHOUT
- WELL APPOINTED BATHROOM
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Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
Description
Property Description - Smart Millerson Estate Agents are thrilled to bring to the market this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached family home, located in one of the area’s most sought-after residential neighbourhoods. This property is ideally suited to families, first-time buyers, or those seeking a modern and spacious home close to local amenities, schools, and transport links.
Upon entering, you are greeted by a bright and welcoming entrance hallway that immediately sets a warm and inviting tone. From here, doors open into a spacious and light-filled lounge, perfect for relaxing with family or entertaining guests. The layout flows effortlessly through to the contemporary kitchen/dining area, which provides an excellent social hub for everyday living. With ample workspace and room for a dining table, it’s the ideal setting for family meals or hosting friends. Completing the ground floor is a convenient downstairs cloakroom, adding to the property’s thoughtful design and functionality.
The first floor continues to impress, offering three generously proportioned bedrooms, each tastefully presented and designed to suit a variety of needs. A well-appointed family bathroom serves this floor, featuring modern fittings and a fresh, neutral décor.
Outside, the property enjoys a delightful enclosed rear garden, a private haven ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply relaxing on sunny days. To the front, there is off-road parking along with a garage, providing excellent storage and convenience.
The property is connected to mains water, electricity, gas, and drainage, and falls under Council Tax Band C. Viewings are highly recommended to appreciate all that this property has to offer.
Location - The property is located within walking distance of St Austell town centre which offers a wide range of shopping, coffee shops, restaurants and local leisure centre. It is situated within the catchment area of the local primary school of Mount Charles and secondary schools of Penrice and Poltair Academies. St Austell has a mainline railway station providing direct access to London Paddington and Penzance. The picturesque harbour at Charlestown is only a short drive and has been used as the setting for numerous period dramas and films including The Eagle Has Landed, Mansfield Park and Poldark, and remains popular due to the fabulous setting and quality dining. The area is also home to the breathtaking Lost Gardens of Heligan and of course the world famous Eden Project.
The Accommodation Comprises - (All dimensions are approximate)
Entrance Hallway - uPVC double glazed front door. Skimmed ceiling. Smoke alarm. Consumer Unit. Thermostat. Skirting. Laminate flooring. Doors leading into:
Lounge - Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Radiator. Television point. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Laminate flooring. Door leading into:
Kitchen/Diner - Skimmed ceiling. Two double glazed windows to the rear aspect. A range of wall and base fitted storage cupboards and drawers. Wall mounted combination boiler. Splash-back tiling. Integrated oven and four-ring gas hob with extractor hood over. Space for washer/dryer, fridge and freezer. Radiator. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Laminate flooring. Door leading out onto the rear garden.
Cloakroom - Extractor Fan. Splash-back tiling. Wash basin. W.C. Radiator. Skirting. Laminate flooring.
First Floor Landing - Skimmed ceiling. Access into a partially boarded loft space. Dri-master. Built-in storage cupboard. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Carpeted.
Bedroom One - Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Built-in wardrobe space. Thermostat. Radiator. Television point. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Two - Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Three - Skimmed ceiling. Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator. Multiple plug sockets. Multiple plug sockets. Skirting. Carpeted flooring.
Bathroom - Skimmed ceiling. Frosted double glazed window to the rear aspect. Splash-back tiling. Mains fed shower over the bath. Shaver point. Wash basin. W.C. Radiator. Skirting. Vinyl flooring.
Externally -
Garden - Outside, the property enjoys a delightful enclosed rear garden, a private haven ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply relaxing on sunny days.
Garage - With power connected
Parking - This property benefits from having off road parking for two vehicles. An abundance of on-street parking can also be found close by.
Services - The property is connected to mains water, electricity, gas, and drainage, and falls under Council Tax Band C.
Material Information - Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: C
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: House
Property construction: Standard construction
Energy Performance rating: B
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: No
Other electricity sources: No
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Mains gas-powered central heating is installed.
Heating features: Double glazing
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - Good, Three - Good, EE - Good
Parking: Driveway, Garage, On Street, Off Street, and Private
Building safety issues: No
Restrictions - Listed Building: No
Restrictions - Conservation Area: No
Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None
Public right of way: No
Long-term area flood risk: No
Historical flooding: No
Flood defences: No
Coastal erosion risk: No
Planning permission issues: No
Accessibility and adaptations: None
Coal mining area: No
Non-coal mining area: Yes
All information is provided without warranty. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The information contained is intended to help you decide whether the property is suitable for you. You should verify any answers which are important to you with your property lawyer or surveyor or ask for quotes from the appropriate trade experts: builder, plumber, electrician, damp, and timber expert.
Listed by
Saint Austell
Smart Estate Agent
Reference: 168649835
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 08/05/2026
Expiry date: 07/05/2036
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,000
Recommendations
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
36% since 2017
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 18/12/2025 (5 months ago) | £255,000 | +36.4% |
| Sold | 09/02/2017 (9 years ago) | £186,950 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 SOUTHBOURNE ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4RT | £315,000 | 12/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 32 CARNJEWEY WAY, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4FU | £225,000 | 08/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 25 PELLYMOUNTER ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4PX | £126,900 | 28/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 40 WOODLAND ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4RB | £255,000 | 27/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 22 BORLASE CRESCENT, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4RF | £360,000 | 05/04/2023 | Detached |
| 48 WOODLAND ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4RB | £295,000 | 01/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 CROMWELL ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4PR | £350,000 | 21/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 WOODLAND ROAD, ST AUSTELL, CORNWALL, PL25 4RB | £245,000 | 30/06/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £360,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £258,843 (7 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): Cornwall. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cornwall. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cornwall.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | Asda | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Timpson | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | St Austell Asda (W-bound) | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Porthpean Road | 0.2 miles |
| Hospital | St Austell Community Hospital | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | St Austell | 0.8 miles |
| Train station | Par | 3.5 miles |
| Hospital | Bodmin Hospital | 9.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 63 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 24 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 20 |
| Other theft | 11 |
| Public order | 11 |
| Burglary | 5 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Drugs | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 |
| Shoplifting | 4 |
| Vehicle crime | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 156 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Charles School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 24 Nov 2011 |
| Penrice Academy | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Outstanding — 2 Apr 2014 |
| Restormel Academy | Other | 0.5 miles | Good — 6 Feb 2013 |
| Sandy Hill Academy | Primary | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 23 Mar 2017 |
| Poltair School | Secondary | 0.9 miles | Good — 24 Apr 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 3-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).