# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (BB3 3PT) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 29 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB3 3PT | | Price | £210,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Last sold | £205,000 Nov 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** A - **Expiry date:** 12/09/2026 ### Recommendations - A3 (2,700) - W1 (1,200) - E (40) - F (400) - G (450) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) - V2 (25,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9778-1003-7211-4176-2990) ## Description Located in Darwen, this stunning three-bedroom detached bungalow boasts a charming garden-fronted facade with a long driveway leading up to the entrance and beyond. Situated in a peaceful neighbourhood, the property enjoys spectacular views over the Peel Tower. The interior of the bungalow is arranged over two floors, with a spacious bedroom located on the ground floor, and two further bedrooms situated on the upper level. The ground floor also features a bathroom, a kitchen, a comfortable living room flooding with natural light and spectacular views, and a delightful dining room overlooking the generous rear garden. The bungalow has been recently updated with new plaster to most rooms, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. The expansive garden is a true highlight of the property, offering a peaceful retreat for relaxing and entertaining guests. The garden also features a single detached garage and provides ample space for storage and parking. This area is well-known for its picturesque surroundings, with numerous walking trails and parks located nearby. There are also plenty of shops and local amenities within easy reach, making it an ideal location for families and professionals alike. The area is also home to several excellent schools, providing a high-quality education for children of all ages. Overall, this three-bedroom detached bungalow is a rare find, offering a combination of comfort, style, and functionality. With its desirable location and expansive garden, it is an ideal property for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat in a vibrant and thriving community. The property is in need of a new kitchen and bathroom, yet has so much potential. Please see the virtual video tour and book a viewing online. Tenure: Leasehold Council Tax: D Lease Remaining: 943 Current ground rent: £0.00 Ground rent review period: every 0 Annual ground rent increase: 0% ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348912) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348919) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348920) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348921) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348922) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348923) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348924) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348925) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348926) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348929) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348931) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348933) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348934) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348936) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348938) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348940) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348942) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348944) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348946) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348948) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348950) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/134049173/1348952) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/134049173/1348954) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/134049173/1348957) - Floorplan 2 - ![Floorplan 3](/listings/photos/134049173/1348959) - Floorplan 3 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/134049173/1348961) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 29 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £205,000 | 17/11/2023 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 10 CHANCEL PLACE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RJ | £270,000 | 16/01/2026 | Detached | | [Same street] 13 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £165,000 | 09/01/2026 | Detached | | [Same street] 27 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £225,000 | 02/08/2024 | Detached | | [Same street] 49 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £255,000 | 26/07/2024 | Detached | | 6 SAWLEY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3QY | £287,500 | 15/12/2023 | Detached | | 3 SPIRE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RQ | £265,000 | 27/11/2023 | Detached | | 43 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX | £197,000 | 27/11/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 53 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £231,000 | 03/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 54 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG | £263,500 | 03/11/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 104 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £150,000 | 14/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 57 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU | £270,000 | 08/06/2023 | Detached | | 7 SPIRE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RQ | £275,000 | 27/03/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 43 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £250,000 | 27/01/2023 | Detached | | 38 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG | £225,000 | 21/12/2022 | Detached | | 21 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY | £305,000 | 14/12/2022 | Detached | | 3 JUBILEE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SH | £287,500 | 18/11/2022 | Detached | | 46 ABBEY CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PX | £250,000 | 27/10/2022 | Detached | | 51 POLE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3LD | £265,000 | 07/10/2022 | Detached | | 42 BEAUMONT WAY, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SG | £289,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 69 PRIORY DRIVE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PT | £195,000 | 05/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 65 CHAPTER ROAD, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PU | £225,000 | 05/08/2022 | Detached | | 38 MINSTER CRESCENT, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3PY | £337,500 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | 10 JUBILEE CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SH | £265,000 | 14/02/2022 | Detached | | 174 MARSH HOUSE LANE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3SD | £130,000 | 31/01/2022 | Detached | | 12 RECTORY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RG | £267,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached | | 39 RECTORY CLOSE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 3RG | £165,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached | | 2 ST JOHNS AVENUE, DARWEN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB3 2BR | £230,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £210,143 (7 sales) **Area average:** £253,450 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £288,597 (47 Detached, BB3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -27.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Blackburn with Darwen). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £640/mo - **Realistic:** £711/mo - **Optimistic:** £782/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed End Terrace, Atlas Road, BB3 | £800/mo | 3 | 0.59 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £800/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.38% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £100,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £80,000 *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 £800/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 21.9× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-132/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.6% *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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,188/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -1.9% - **10y growth:** 81.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Blackburn with Darwen; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5.4% - **5y growth (index):** 35.9% - **10y growth (index):** 70.3% ## 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)