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19 THRESHER CLOSE

LUTON, LUTON LU4 0TX

3 beds 1 baths Listed 22 Apr 2024 (-819d)

£360,000

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# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (LU4 0TX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 19 THRESHER CLOSE, LUTON, LUTON LU4 0TX |
| Price | £360,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | D |
| Last sold | £350,000 Mar 2025 |

## Description

**Entrance Hall** - Double glazed door and double glazed window, both to front aspect.  Radiator.  Fitted carpet.  Understairs storage cupboard.  Central heating thermostat.

**Shower Room/ Cloakroom** - Comprising a low level WC, pedestal was hand basin and shower cubicle.  Radiator.  Extractor fan.  Wall mounted boiler.  Part tiled walls.  Fitted carpet.  Double glazed window to rear aspect.

**Living Room,** - Double glazed window to front aspect and a double glazed patio door leading to the rear garden.  Gas effect fire with feature surround.  Radiator.  Fitted carpet.  Textured ceiling with coving.

**Kitchen Area** - Fitted with a range of wall and base units with a work surface over and a single sink unit with drainer.  Integrated oven and gas hob.  Integrated fridge and freezer with space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher.  Part tiled walls and a tiled floor. Inset ceiling spotlights.

**Dining Area** - Double glazed  window and door to the side aspect. Fitted carpet. Wood panelled walls. Radiator.

**First Floor Landing** - Providing access to all first floor accommodation.  Hatch to loft space.  Storage cupboard.

**Bedroom One** - Double glazed window to front aspect.  Fitted wardrobes.  Radiator.  Fitted carpet.  Textured ceiling with coving.

**Bedroom Two** - Double glazed window to front aspect.  Fitted wardrobes.  Radiator.  Fitted carpet.  Textured ceiling.

**Bedroom Three** - Double glazed window to the rear aspect.  Radiator.  Fitted carpet.  Textured ceiling with coving.

**Bathroom** - Comprising a low level WC and  a pedestal wash hand basin. Panelled bath with a shower over. Radiator.  Heated towel rail.  Part tiled walls.  Double glazed window to the rear aspect.

**To The Front** - Laid mainly to lawn with flowers and a shrub border, the front of the property has a driveway leading to the garage and provides off road parking for 2 vehicles.

**Integral Garage** - Electric up and over door with light and power.  Personal door to Entrance Hall.

**To The Rear** - A mature garden, laid mainly to lawn, with a paved patio and flower and shrub borders.  Boundary fencing with gated pedestrian access.

**Rear Elevation** -

**Nb** - Services and appliances have not been tested.

**Viewing** - By appointment through Bradshaws.

**Disclaimer** - These details have been prepared by Warren Lightfoot and the statements contained therein represent his honest personal opinions on the condition of this home. No type of survey has been carried out and therefore no guarantee can be provided in the structure, fixtures and fittings, or services. Where heating systems, gas water or electric appliances are installed. We would like to point out that their working conditions has not been checked. Measurements are taken with Sonic or cloth tape and should not be relied upon for the ordering of carpets or associated goods as accuracy cannot be guaranteed (although they are with a 3" differential.)

## Property Photos

- ![Front of Property](/listings/photos/147132689/1314461) - Front of Property
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/147132689/1314462) - Kitchen
- ![Living Room,](/listings/photos/147132689/1314463) - Living Room,
- ![Living Room,](/listings/photos/147132689/1314464) - Living Room,
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/147132689/1314465) - Kitchen
- ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/147132689/1314466) - Dining Area
- ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/147132689/1314467) - Bedroom One
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/147132689/1314468) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/147132689/1314469) - Bathroom
- ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/147132689/1314470) - Rear Garden
- ![To The Rear](/listings/photos/147132689/1314471) - To The Rear
- ![Rear Elevation](/listings/photos/147132689/1314472) - Rear Elevation

## Floorplans

- ![Final_1072469_19-Thresher-Clo_180424184254109.jpg](/listings/photos/147132689/1314473) - Final_1072469_19-Thresher-Clo_180424184254109.jpg

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/147132689/1314474) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #1308244
- **Address:** 19 Thresher Close, Luton, LU4 0TX
- **Certificate Issued:** 15/12/2003
- **Work Completed:** 04/11/2003
- **Items:** 11 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12942126
- **Address:** 19 Thresher Close, LUTON, LU4 0TX
- **Certificate Issued:** 21/05/2018
- **Work Completed:** 06/04/2018
- **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 19 THRESHER CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 0TX | £350,000 | 20/03/2025 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 17 THRESHER CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 0TX | £380,000 | 31/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £380,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £379,550 (10 Detached, LU4, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -5.2%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,095/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,217/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,339/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,097/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, Grangeway, LU5 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 0.58 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed End Terrace, Shelley Road, LU4 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Dunstable Road, LU4 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 1.07 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Leaf Road, LU5 | £1,550/mo | 3 | 1.1 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,563/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.44% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £196,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £157,500

*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 £1,575/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.3%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 19×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-25/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.3%

*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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 2.3%
- **10y growth:** 28.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -1.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 18%
- **10y growth (index):** 34.1%

## 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

Council tax band

Last sold

£350,000 Mar 2025

Local average

£379,550 (-5.2%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (11,560 of 33,755)

Street crime

215 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

* DETACHED THREE BEDROOM FAMILY HOME * IDEAL RENOVATION PROJECT FOR NEW OWNERS * THREE GOOD-SIZED BEDROOMS * GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM * POPULAR LUTON AND DUNSTABLE BORDERS LOCATION * SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM * KITCHEN / DINING ROOM * INTEGRAL GARAGE WITH DRIVEWAY * AMPLE OFF ROAD PARKING * ENCLOSED PRIVATE REAR GARDEN * INTERNAL VIEWING IS STRONGLY ADVISED *

Entrance Hall - Double glazed door and double glazed window, both to front aspect. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Understairs storage cupboard. Central heating thermostat.

Shower Room/ Cloakroom - Comprising a low level WC, pedestal was hand basin and shower cubicle. Radiator. Extractor fan. Wall mounted boiler. Part tiled walls. Fitted carpet. Double glazed window to rear aspect.

Living Room, - Double glazed window to front aspect and a double glazed patio door leading to the rear garden. Gas effect fire with feature surround. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Textured ceiling with coving.

Kitchen Area - Fitted with a range of wall and base units with a work surface over and a single sink unit with drainer. Integrated oven and gas hob. Integrated fridge and freezer with space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher. Part tiled walls and a tiled floor. Inset ceiling spotlights.

Dining Area - Double glazed window and door to the side aspect. Fitted carpet. Wood panelled walls. Radiator.

First Floor Landing - Providing access to all first floor accommodation. Hatch to loft space. Storage cupboard.

Bedroom One - Double glazed window to front aspect. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Textured ceiling with coving.

Bedroom Two - Double glazed window to front aspect. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Textured ceiling.

Bedroom Three - Double glazed window to the rear aspect. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Textured ceiling with coving.

Bathroom - Comprising a low level WC and a pedestal wash hand basin. Panelled bath with a shower over. Radiator. Heated towel rail. Part tiled walls. Double glazed window to the rear aspect.

To The Front - Laid mainly to lawn with flowers and a shrub border, the front of the property has a driveway leading to the garage and provides off road parking for 2 vehicles.

Integral Garage - Electric up and over door with light and power. Personal door to Entrance Hall.

To The Rear - A mature garden, laid mainly to lawn, with a paved patio and flower and shrub borders. Boundary fencing with gated pedestrian access.

Rear Elevation -

Nb - Services and appliances have not been tested.

Viewing - By appointment through Bradshaws.

Disclaimer - These details have been prepared by Warren Lightfoot and the statements contained therein represent his honest personal opinions on the condition of this home. No type of survey has been carried out and therefore no guarantee can be provided in the structure, fixtures and fittings, or services. Where heating systems, gas water or electric appliances are installed. We would like to point out that their working conditions has not been checked. Measurements are taken with Sonic or cloth tape and should not be relied upon for the ordering of carpets or associated goods as accuracy cannot be guaranteed (although they are with a 3" differential.)

Listed by

Harlington

Bradshaws

Reference: 147132689

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Final_1072469_19-Thresher-Clo_180424184254109.jpg

EPC Graphs

EE Rating

FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #1308244

Property Details

Street: 19 Thresher Close

Town: Luton

Postcode: LU4 0TX

Installation Details

Items: 11 windows

Certificate Issued: 15/12/2003

Work Completed: 04/11/2003

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #12942126

Property Details

Street: 19 Thresher Close

Town: LUTON

Postcode: LU4 0TX

Installation Details

Items: 1 window and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 21/05/2018

Work Completed: 06/04/2018

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	20/03/2025 (1 year ago)	£350,000	—

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
Same street 17 THRESHER CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 0TX	£380,000	31/08/2021	Detached

Street average: £380,000 (1 sale)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 2.3%

10y growth 28.6%

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

1y (index) -1.5%

5y (index) 18%

10y (index) 34.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,095/mo

Realistic £1,217/mo

Optimistic £1,339/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Luton.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Luton: £1,097/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View LU4 0TX

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Unknown	0.1 miles
Shop	Hallmark	0.2 miles
Shop	Morrisons Daily	0.5 miles
Hospital	Luton and Dunstable Hospital	1.0 miles
Train station	Leagrave	1.5 miles
Hospital	Widecombe Nursing Home	2.9 miles
Train station	Luton	3.8 miles
University	University of Bedfordshire : Putteridge Bury Campus	5.1 miles
University	University of Bedfordshire	8.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	82
Anti-social behaviour	45
Criminal damage and arson	17
Vehicle crime	14
Other theft	13
Public order	11
Other crime	9
Drugs	7
Robbery	6
Burglary	5
Shoplifting	3
Bicycle theft	1
Possession of weapons	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	215

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
Southfield Primary Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 12 Jul 2023
Chantry Primary Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 19 Mar 2014
Pastures Way Nursery School	Nursery	0.3 miles	Good — 2 Apr 2014
St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 10 Jan 2019
The Chalk Hills Academy	Secondary	0.6 miles	Good — 16 Oct 2014

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, Grangeway, LU5	£1,600/mo	3	0.58 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed End Terrace, Shelley Road, LU4	£1,500/mo	3	0.99 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Dunstable Road, LU4	£1,600/mo	3	1.07 miles	OpenRent
3 Bed Terraced House, Leaf Road, LU5	£1,550/mo	3	1.1 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,563/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.44%

Max investor price (0.8%) £196,875

Target investor price (1%) £157,500

Gross yield 5.3%

Cost-to-rent ratio 19×

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

Cash-on-cash ROI -0.3%

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).

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