Sold STC Bungalow

40 CUXTON ROAD

ROCHESTER, MEDWAY ME2 2DA

3 beds 1 baths 61 m² Listed 30 Sep 2024 (-671d)

£260,000

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# 3 bedroom bungalow for sale (ME2 2DA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 40 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY ME2 2DA |
| Price | £260,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Last sold | £250,000 May 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 11/01/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £732/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,500

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- 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/1300-3728-0322-7397-3943)

## Description

Introducing this charming bungalow, now available with NO FORWARD CHAIN. This home is thoughtfully crafted for both comfort and practicality.

Inside, you will discover two generously sized bedrooms, alongside an adaptable reception room that can function as a third bedroom or an elegant dining space. A well-kept shower room adds to the convenience of the layout.

The expansive living room is a welcoming focal point, featuring a warm fireplace, ideal for cozy evenings and gatherings. This space flows effortlessly into a bright conservatory, perfect for enjoying garden views and natural light.

The kitchen, recently updated within the last two years, is both practical and modern, offering plenty of storage and worktop space, making it suitable for everyday cooking and entertaining.

Outside, the sizable rear garden is designed for easy maintenance, providing a delightful area for outdoor activities. Access to the front yard is available through a side gate for added convenience.

With its traditional layout and smart use of space, this home is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a comfortable and inviting environment.

Situated in the center of Strood, the property is just a short walk from all essential amenities, including the town center, train station, and supermarkets. This residence is a wonderful option for first-time buyers, those looking to downsize, or anyone in search of a cozy home within a lively community.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/153162779/1592099) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/153162779/1592100) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #13845849
- **Address:** 40 Cuxton Road, ROCHESTER, ME2 2DA
- **Certificate Issued:** 10/11/2019
- **Work Completed:** 25/10/2019
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 40 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DA | £250,000 | 08/05/2025 | Semi-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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 29 WYATT PLACE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DQ | £290,000 | 16/11/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 38 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DA | £240,000 | 22/02/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 38 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DA | £200,000 | 19/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 69 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2BZ | £250,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |

**Street average:** £220,000 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £270,000 (2 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £443,454 (20 Detached, ME2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -41.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,111/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,234/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,357/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £937/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.47% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £154,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £123,400

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,262/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 52.9%
- **10y growth:** 4.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 0.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 16.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 37.9%

## 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

61 m²

EPC rating

Last sold

£250,000 May 2025

Price per m²

£4,262/m²

Local average

£443,454 (-41.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (7,447 of 33,755)

Street crime

350 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

No Chain
Close To Local Town Centre
Sought After Location
Close To Local Travel Links
Close To Train Station
Great Potential
A Real Must View

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

Introducing this charming bungalow, now available with NO FORWARD CHAIN. This home is thoughtfully crafted for both comfort and practicality.
Inside, you will discover two generously sized bedrooms, alongside an adaptable reception room that can function as a third bedroom or an elegant dining space. A well-kept shower room adds to the convenience of the layout.
The expansive living room is a welcoming focal point, featuring a warm fireplace, ideal for cozy evenings and gatherings. This space flows effortlessly into a bright conservatory, perfect for enjoying garden views and natural light.
The kitchen, recently updated within the last two years, is both practical and modern, offering plenty of storage and worktop space, making it suitable for everyday cooking and entertaining.
Outside, the sizable rear garden is designed for easy maintenance, providing a delightful area for outdoor activities. Access to the front yard is available through a side gate for added convenience.
With its traditional layout and smart use of space, this home is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a comfortable and inviting environment.
Situated in the center of Strood, the property is just a short walk from all essential amenities, including the town center, train station, and supermarkets. This residence is a wonderful option for first-time buyers, those looking to downsize, or anyone in search of a cozy home within a lively community.

Listed by

Strood

Spicerhaart

Reference: 153162779

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 12/01/2024

Expiry date: 11/01/2034

Current heating cost: £732/year

Potential heating cost: £641/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,500

Recommendations

Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
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)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #13845849

Property Details

Street: 40 Cuxton Road

Town: ROCHESTER

Postcode: ME2 2DA

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 10/11/2019

Work Completed: 25/10/2019

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	08/05/2025 (1 year ago)	£250,000	—

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
29 WYATT PLACE, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DQ	£290,000	16/11/2023	Detached
Same street 38 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DA	£240,000	22/02/2023	Semi-detached
Same street 38 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2DA	£200,000	19/12/2022	Semi-detached
69 CUXTON ROAD, ROCHESTER, MEDWAY, ME2 2BZ	£250,000	16/12/2022	Detached

Street average: £220,000 (2 sales)

Area average: £270,000 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 52.9%

10y growth 4.1%

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

1y (index) 0.2%

5y (index) 16.6%

10y (index) 37.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,111/mo

Realistic £1,234/mo

Optimistic £1,357/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Medway.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Medway & Swale: £937/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View ME2 2DA

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Wrights Coachworks	0.0 miles
Shop	Geoff Wiles Bike Shop	0.0 miles
Bus stop	Downside	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Commercial Road	0.1 miles
Train station	Strood	0.5 miles
Train station	Rochester	0.9 miles
University	Unknown	1.4 miles
Hospital	The Somerfield Hospital	8.2 miles
University	University for the Creative Arts, Maidstone TV Studios	8.6 miles
Hospital	King's / Dartford Dialysis Unit	10.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	102
Anti-social behaviour	84
Shoplifting	38
Other theft	30
Criminal damage and arson	24
Public order	23
Drugs	14
Vehicle crime	13
Other crime	10
Burglary	4
Possession of weapons	4
Bicycle theft	3
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	350

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
St Nicholas CEVC Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Outstanding — 13 Feb 2013
All Faiths Children's Academy	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 3 Mar 2020
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 23 Nov 2022
Gordons Children's Academy, Infant	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 21 Nov 2022
FORWARD2 EMPLOYMENT LIMITED	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)

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 0.47%

Max investor price (0.8%) £154,250

Target investor price (1%) £123,400

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).