Sold STC Terraced

8 NORTH STREET

LEICESTER, ROTHLEY, LEICESTERSHIRE LE7 7NN

2 beds 1 baths 64 m² Listed 21 Jul 2024 (-729d)

£240,000

Reduced on 17 Oct 2024

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (LE7 7NN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 8 NORTH STREET, LEICESTER, ROTHLEY, LEICESTERSHIRE LE7 7NN |
| Price | £240,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | B |
| Last sold | £235,000 Apr 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 18/03/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £1,036/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £20,675

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- 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/0310-2311-8470-2095-0875)

## Description

Upon entering the property via the lounge, you will notice a light and airy feel from the moment you step inside. This room is a wonderful space to relax and enjoy, complete with a feature decorative fireplace and a window to the front elevation. From here, you move into the second reception area, the dining room, which features under-stairs storage, a charming open fireplace, and double French patio doors that lead to the rear garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the kitchen, which includes an array of base and eye-level units, an inset sink, space for a Stoves range cooker, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and a window to the side elevation.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find two well-sized double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a suite comprising a bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, and towel radiator.

Outside, the property is centrally located in Rothley with permit parking available. The private rear gardens are low maintenance and feature a patio area, a store, and an outdoor utility room. This memorial cottage perfectly captures the essence of historical charm while providing all the conveniences of modern living, making it a truly unique home in a desirable location.

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/150482327/1195008) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #8390600
- **Address:** 8 North Street, Rothley, LE7 7NN
- **Certificate Issued:** 19/09/2011
- **Work Completed:** 15/08/2011
- **Items:** 5 window(s), 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #12122291
- **Address:** 8 North Street, Rothley, LE7 7NN
- **Certificate Issued:** 02/01/2017
- **Work Completed:** 17/09/2016
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £235,000 | 25/04/2025 | Terraced |
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £212,000 | 02/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £152,500 | 12/07/2016 | Terraced |
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £119,500 | 19/08/2005 | Terraced |
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £45,000 | 25/06/1999 | Terraced |
| 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £36,500 | 30/04/1996 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £190,000 | 28/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA | £250,000 | 02/01/2026 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 10 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £185,000 | 14/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 40 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £145,000 | 07/12/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 30 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £350,000 | 09/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £189,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 42 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PX | £245,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 38 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £117,000 | 21/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 33 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU | £365,000 | 02/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 25 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU | £420,000 | 05/08/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 29 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £235,000 | 26/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 9 WELLSIC LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7QB | £218,000 | 17/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 MOUNTSORREL LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PS | £425,000 | 09/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 27 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ | £272,500 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA | £215,000 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 2 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ | £275,000 | 15/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 22 HOWE LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LB | £250,000 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 5 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PY | £255,000 | 01/10/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 51 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £240,000 | 15/09/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £252,500 (4 sales)
**Area average:** £255,433 (15 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £221,170 (50 Terraced, LE7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +8.5%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £860/mo
- **Realistic:** £955/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,051/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.4% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £119,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £95,500

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £3,750/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -2%
- **10y growth:** 25.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 4%
- **5y growth (index):** 20%
- **10y growth (index):** 53.3%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

64 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Last sold

£235,000 Apr 2025

Price per m²

£3,750/m²

Local average

£221,170 (+8.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (28,603 of 33,755)

Street crime

38 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

CHARMING COTTAGE
DESIRABLE CHARNWWOOD VILLAGE
CENTRAL LOCATION
LOTS OF AMENITIES
EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD OF FINISH
ORIGINAL PERIOD FEATURES

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

A charming memorial cottage located in the highly sought-after Charnwood village of Rothley, this home was erected by local builder Frank Sleath in memory of his late son who fought in the First World War. Lovingly improved by its current residents, this property offers beautiful interiors that seamlessly blend original period features with modern fixtures and fittings. The residence also boasts a beautifully maintained walled garden in a prime central village location.

Upon entering the property via the lounge, you will notice a light and airy feel from the moment you step inside. This room is a wonderful space to relax and enjoy, complete with a feature decorative fireplace and a window to the front elevation. From here, you move into the second reception area, the dining room, which features under-stairs storage, a charming open fireplace, and double French patio doors that lead to the rear garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the kitchen, which includes an array of base and eye-level units, an inset sink, space for a Stoves range cooker, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and a window to the side elevation.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find two well-sized double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a suite comprising a bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, and towel radiator.

Outside, the property is centrally located in Rothley with permit parking available. The private rear gardens are low maintenance and feature a patio area, a store, and an outdoor utility room. This memorial cottage perfectly captures the essence of historical charm while providing all the conveniences of modern living, making it a truly unique home in a desirable location.

Listed by

Barrow Upon Soar

REZIDE GROUP

Reference: 150482327

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 19/03/2025

Expiry date: 18/03/2035

Current heating cost: £1,036/year

Potential heating cost: £629/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £20,675

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

Recommendations

Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (£850 - £1,500)
50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
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

8NorthStreet-High.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 #8390600

Property Details

Street: 8 North Street

Town: Rothley

Postcode: LE7 7NN

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 19/09/2011

Work Completed: 15/08/2011

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #12122291

Property Details

Street: 8 North Street

Town: Rothley

Postcode: LE7 7NN

Installation Details

Items: 1 door

Certificate Issued: 02/01/2017

Work Completed: 17/09/2016

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

544% since 1996

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	25/04/2025 (1 year ago)	£235,000	+10.8%
Sold	02/12/2021 (4 years ago)	£212,000	+39%
Sold	12/07/2016 (10 years ago)	£152,500	+27.6%
Sold	19/08/2005 (20 years ago)	£119,500	+165.6%
Sold	25/06/1999 (27 years ago)	£45,000	+23.3%
Sold	30/04/1996 (30 years ago)	£36,500	—

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
42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ	£190,000	28/01/2026	Terraced
10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA	£250,000	02/01/2026	Terraced
Same street 10 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN	£185,000	14/12/2023	Terraced
40 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ	£145,000	07/12/2023	Terraced
Same street 30 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN	£350,000	09/11/2023	Terraced
42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ	£189,000	23/06/2023	Terraced
42 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PX	£245,000	23/06/2023	Terraced
38 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ	£117,000	21/12/2022	Terraced
33 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU	£365,000	02/09/2022	Terraced
25 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU	£420,000	05/08/2022	Terraced
Same street 29 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN	£235,000	26/07/2022	Terraced
9 WELLSIC LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7QB	£218,000	17/03/2022	Terraced
19 MOUNTSORREL LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PS	£425,000	09/03/2022	Terraced
27 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ	£272,500	10/12/2021	Terraced
10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA	£215,000	10/12/2021	Terraced
2 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ	£275,000	15/11/2021	Terraced
22 HOWE LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LB	£250,000	29/10/2021	Terraced
5 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PY	£255,000	01/10/2021	Terraced
Same street 51 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN	£240,000	15/09/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £252,500 (4 sales)

Area average: £255,433 (15 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -2%

10y growth 25.6%

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

1y (index) 4%

5y (index) 20%

10y (index) 53.3%

Rental Range

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

Low £860/mo

Realistic £955/mo

Optimistic £1,051/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Charnwood.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Uppercrust Sandwich Shop	0.0 miles
Bus stop	Cross Green	0.0 miles
Shop	Latimers	0.1 miles
Train station	Rothley	1.0 miles
Train station	Nunckley Hill	1.3 miles
Hospital	Main Entrance	4.1 miles
Hospital	South Entrance	4.3 miles
University	Loughborough University	5.7 miles
University	Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park	5.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	13
Anti-social behaviour	5
Other theft	4
Public order	4
Criminal damage and arson	3
Shoplifting	3
Vehicle crime	3
Burglary	2
Other crime	1
Total incidents	38

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
Rothley Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 6 Feb 2023
Christ Church & Saint Peter's Cofe Primary School	Primary	1.2 miles	Good — 7 Dec 2017
Cossington Church of England Primary School	Primary	1.4 miles	Good — 14 Jul 2024
Hallam Fields, Birstall	Primary	1.5 miles	Good — 16 Jul 2024
Richard Hill Church of England Primary School	Primary	1.6 miles	Requires improvement — 11 Dec 2022

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.4%

Max investor price (0.8%) £119,375

Target investor price (1%) £95,500

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).

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