For sale End of terrace

49 HIGHBURY STREET

PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH PE1 3BE

2 beds 2 baths 883 sq ft Listed 8 Jul 2026 (-12d)

£193,000

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# 2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale (PE1 3BE)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 49 HIGHBURY STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH PE1 3BE |
| Price | £193,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 |
| Floor area | 82 m² |
| Last sold | £193,000 Jul 2023 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 16/08/2032
- **Current heating cost:** £783/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £23,735

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£10)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0350-2613-2180-2592-0961)

## Description

**SUMMARY**

Conveniently situated close to local amenities, schools, transport links, and Peterborough city centre, the property benefits from an excellent location that continues to attract both buyers and renters.

**DESCRIPTION**

Located in a popular residential area of PE1, this well-presented two-bedroom semi-detached property offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers looking to take their first step onto the property ladder, while also appealing to investors seeking a property in an area of strong rental demand.

The accommodation comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms, two bathrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen and comfortable living space designed to suit modern living. The versatile layout provides both convenience and practicality, making it ideal for couples, small families, or professional tenants.

**Reception 1** 11' 11" x 7' 11" ( 3.63m x 2.41m )

**Reception 2** 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

**Kitchen** 8' 11" x 7' 5" ( 2.72m x 2.26m )

**Bathroom**

**First Floor**

**Bedroom 1** 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

**Bedroom 2** 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

**En-Suite**

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.

4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.

5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

## Property Photos

- ![Photo](/listings/photos/90649029/1284249)

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/90649029/1284250) - EPC

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 49 HIGHBURY STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BE | £193,000 | 18/07/2023 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 68 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AQ | £160,000 | 14/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 18 VICTORIA STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BJ | £162,000 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 106 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AL | £205,000 | 10/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 45 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BB | £140,000 | 25/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 23 ALMA ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AN | £148,000 | 14/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 251 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL | £91,000 | 10/06/2022 | Terraced |
| 66 ALMA ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AW | £187,000 | 17/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 247 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL | £110,000 | 18/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 32 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD | £145,000 | 12/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 94 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD | £110,000 | 02/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 34 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD | £125,000 | 10/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 51 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AG | £151,000 | 20/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 235 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL | £140,000 | 23/07/2021 | Terraced |

**Area average:** £144,154 (13 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £168,853 (34 Terraced, PE1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +14.3%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £883/mo
- **Realistic:** £981/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,079/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £698/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Craig St, PE1 | £1,050/mo | 2 | 0.49 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,050/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.54% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £131,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £105,000

*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 £1,050/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.5%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 15.3×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £160/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.4%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,354/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 16%
- **10y growth:** 42.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for City of Peterborough; Terraced series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 19.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 50.8%

## 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

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

82 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£193,000 Jul 2023

Price per m²

£2,354/m²

Local average

£168,853 (+14.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (2,553 of 33,755)

Street crime

820 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

Two-bedrooms
Semi-detached
Two bathrooms
Popular PE1 location
Well-proportioned accommodation throughout
Convenient access to transport links

Additional details

Parking: On street

Description

SUMMARY
Conveniently situated close to local amenities, schools, transport links, and Peterborough city centre, the property benefits from an excellent location that continues to attract both buyers and renters.

DESCRIPTION
Located in a popular residential area of PE1, this well-presented two-bedroom semi-detached property offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers looking to take their first step onto the property ladder, while also appealing to investors seeking a property in an area of strong rental demand.

The accommodation comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms, two bathrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen and comfortable living space designed to suit modern living. The versatile layout provides both convenience and practicality, making it ideal for couples, small families, or professional tenants.

Reception 1 11' 11" x 7' 11" ( 3.63m x 2.41m )

Reception 2 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

Kitchen 8' 11" x 7' 5" ( 2.72m x 2.26m )

Bathroom

First Floor

Bedroom 1 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

Bedroom 2 12' 1" x 11' 11" ( 3.68m x 3.63m )

En-Suite

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Peterborough

Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells

Reference: 90649029

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 17/08/2022

Expiry date: 16/08/2032

Current heating cost: £783/year

Potential heating cost: £378/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £23,735

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£10)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

EPC Graphs

EPC

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£193,000	0%
Sold	18/07/2023 (3 years ago)	£193,000	—

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
68 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AQ	£160,000	14/12/2023	Terraced
18 VICTORIA STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BJ	£162,000	28/10/2022	Terraced
106 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AL	£205,000	10/08/2022	Terraced
45 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BB	£140,000	25/07/2022	Terraced
23 ALMA ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AN	£148,000	14/07/2022	Terraced
251 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL	£91,000	10/06/2022	Terraced
66 ALMA ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AW	£187,000	17/03/2022	Terraced
247 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL	£110,000	18/02/2022	Terraced
32 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD	£145,000	12/11/2021	Terraced
94 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD	£110,000	02/11/2021	Terraced
34 ST MARTINS STREET, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3BD	£125,000	10/09/2021	Terraced
51 DOGSTHORPE ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 3AG	£151,000	20/08/2021	Terraced
235 LINCOLN ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE1 2PL	£140,000	23/07/2021	Terraced

Area average: £144,154 (13 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 16%

10y growth 42.6%

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

1y (index) 2.6%

5y (index) 19.8%

10y (index) 50.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £883/mo

Realistic £981/mo

Optimistic £1,079/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Peterborough.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Peterborough: £698/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View PE1 3BE

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Cambridge Avenue	0.1 miles
Shop	Londis	0.1 miles
Shop	Mr Clutch	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Norfolk Street	0.2 miles
University	City College Peterborough	0.7 miles
Train station	Peterborough	0.8 miles
University	ARU Peterborough	1.1 miles
Train station	Peterborough (NVR)	1.2 miles
Hospital	Peterborough City Hospital	1.4 miles
Hospital	Unknown	2.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	305
Anti-social behaviour	135
Criminal damage and arson	65
Shoplifting	60
Public order	52
Drugs	38
Other theft	37
Other crime	33
Burglary	27
Vehicle crime	19
Bicycle theft	15
Possession of weapons	13
Theft from the person	11
Robbery	10
Total incidents	820

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
Queen's Drive Infant School	Primary	0.2 miles	Requires improvement — 28 Mar 2023
Gladstone Primary Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 5 Dec 2023
Thomas Deacon Academy	Other	0.4 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
All Saints' CofE (Aided) Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 10 Sep 2014
The King's (The Cathedral) School	Secondary	0.4 miles	Outstanding — 10 Sep 2024

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
2 Bed Terraced House, Craig St, PE1	£1,050/mo	2	0.49 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,050/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.54%

Max investor price (0.8%) £131,250

Target investor price (1%) £105,000

Gross yield 6.5%

Cost-to-rent ratio 15.3×

Monthly cashflow £160/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 3.4%

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).