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3 BELLFLOWER WAY

EASTLEIGH, CHANDLER'S FORD, HAMPSHIRE SO53 4HN

5 beds Listed 20 Jul 2005 (-7670d)

£429,950

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# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (SO53 4HN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 3 BELLFLOWER WAY, EASTLEIGH, CHANDLER'S FORD, HAMPSHIRE SO53 4HN |
| Price | £429,950 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Last sold | £415,000 Nov 2005 |

## Description

Austin & Wyatt are pleased to present for sale this five bedroom detached house situated in the Knightwood area of Chandlers Ford.

**DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOMS

TWO EN SUITES

21'0" KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

THREE RECEPTIONS

TWIN DOOR GARAGE

BUILT BY MC ALPINE HOMES

THORNDEN CATCHMENT**

COVERED ENTRANCE:    Part frosted double glazed door leading to:-

HALLWAY:    Smooth coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, wall mounted alarm panel, radiator, thermostat, smoke alarm, stairs to first floor landing.

GUEST CLOAKROOM:    Coved ceiling, white suite comprising:- low level W,C, wall mounted wash hand basin. Tiled splashbacks, radiator, extractor.

LOUNGE:  16'6" X 13'1" (5.03m X 3.99m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, marble effect 'adam' style feature fireplace with fitted gas fire, two wall light points, two radiators, television point, telephone point, double doors to dining room.

DINING ROOM:  13' X 11'7" (3.96m X 3.53m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:  21' X 10'3" (6.4m X 3.12m).  Skimmed ceiling, recessed spotlights, range of mounted wall and base level units with roll top work surfaces over, built in double oven and gas hob with extractor hood over, built in fridge/freezer, plumbing for dishwasher, one and a half bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over, storage cupboard, radiator, television point, telephone point, double glazed french doors to garden.

UTILITY ROOM:  9'8" X 4'10" (2.95m X 1.47m).  Skimmed ceiling, wall and base level units with roll top work surfaces over, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over, tiled splashbacks, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, wall mounted gas boiler, extractor, space for fridge/freezer, double glazed door to side aspect.

STUDY:  9'9" X 7'2" (2.97m X 2.18m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, telephone point.

STAIRS AND LANDING:    Skimmed ceiling, access to loft, airing cupboard.

BEDROOM ONE:  14'6" (4.42m) (Including wardrobe) X 11'4" (3.45m) (Excluding wardrobe).  Skimmed ceiling, feature double glazed window to front aspect, built in wardrobes giving hanging and shelving space, radiator, television point, telephone point.

EN SUITE:    Coved ceiling, double glazed obscured window to front aspect, white suite comprising:- panelled bath built in with shower unit over, pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C. Tiled to principle areas, radiator, shaving light.

BEDROOM TWO:  10' (3.05m) x 10'4" (3.15m) (Excluding wardrobe).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, built in wardrobe, television point.

EN SUITE:    Skimmed ceiling, double glazed obscured window to front aspect, white suite comprising:- shower cubicle, low level W.C, inset wash hand basin and cupboard under. Radiator, extractor, shaving light.

BEDROOM THREE:  13'10" X 9'5" (4.22m X 2.87m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR:  10'6" X 11' (3.2m X 3.35m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, television point.

BEDROOM FIVE:  10'7" X 6'10" (3.23m X 2.08m).  Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

BATHROOM:    Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed obscured window to rear aspect, white suite comprising:- panelled bath with shower unit over and shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C. Radiator, shaving light, extractor.

GARAGE:  20'2" (Max) X 19' (6.15m (Max) X 5.8m).  Twin up and over doors, remote control, power and lighting, eaves storage.

OUTSIDE:

REAR:    Paved patio area, decking area, remainder mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders, enclosed by fencing, side access gate, outside lights, outside tap, door to garage.

FRONT:    Brushed gravel and stepping stone path to front door, driveway to garage giving off road parking.

## Property Photos

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## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN | £415,000 | 03/11/2005 | Detached |
| 3 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN | £400,000 | 25/04/2003 | Detached |
| 3 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN | £387,000 | 12/06/2002 | Detached |
| 3 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN | £234,000 | 25/09/1998 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 14 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JG | £450,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached |
| 20 MERLIN WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JB | £450,000 | 24/11/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 16 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN | £825,000 | 23/11/2023 | Detached |
| 18 MERLIN WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JB | £480,000 | 23/10/2023 | Detached |
| 2 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JE | £785,000 | 04/05/2023 | Detached |
| 19 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU | £650,000 | 15/12/2022 | Detached |
| 19 SWALE DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QY | £600,000 | 12/12/2022 | Detached |
| 7 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU | £615,000 | 07/12/2022 | Detached |
| 36 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT | £635,000 | 02/11/2022 | Detached |
| 18 THETFORD GARDENS, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RN | £638,500 | 02/09/2022 | Detached |
| 23 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT | £575,000 | 06/05/2022 | Detached |
| 32 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JG | £705,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| 28 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU | £455,000 | 12/01/2022 | Detached |
| 26 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT | £585,000 | 23/11/2021 | Detached |
| 6 KIELDER CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RL | £460,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached |
| 22 KIELDER CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RL | £510,000 | 20/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £825,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £572,900 (15 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £571,321 (74 Detached, SO53, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -24.7%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,094/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,215/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,337/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,446/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 5 Bed Detached House, Charlecote Drive, SO53 | £2,000/mo | 5 | 0.4 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,000/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.47% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £250,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £200,000

*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 £2,000/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 17.9×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £82/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 0.8%

*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:** -5%
- **10y growth:** 21.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -0.8%
- **5y growth (index):** 15.4%
- **10y growth (index):** 35%

## 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

Last sold

£415,000 Nov 2005

Local average

£571,321 (-24.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,238 of 33,755)

Street crime

48 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Description

Austin & Wyatt are pleased to present for sale this five bedroom detached house situated in the Knightwood area of Chandlers Ford.

DETACHED HOUSE
FIVE BEDROOMS
TWO EN SUITES
21'0" KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
THREE RECEPTIONS
TWIN DOOR GARAGE
BUILT BY MC ALPINE HOMES
THORNDEN CATCHMENT

COVERED ENTRANCE: Part frosted double glazed door leading to:-

HALLWAY: Smooth coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, wall mounted alarm panel, radiator, thermostat, smoke alarm, stairs to first floor landing.

GUEST CLOAKROOM: Coved ceiling, white suite comprising:- low level W,C, wall mounted wash hand basin. Tiled splashbacks, radiator, extractor.

LOUNGE: 16'6" X 13'1" (5.03m X 3.99m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, marble effect 'adam' style feature fireplace with fitted gas fire, two wall light points, two radiators, television point, telephone point, double doors to dining room.

DINING ROOM: 13' X 11'7" (3.96m X 3.53m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 21' X 10'3" (6.4m X 3.12m). Skimmed ceiling, recessed spotlights, range of mounted wall and base level units with roll top work surfaces over, built in double oven and gas hob with extractor hood over, built in fridge/freezer, plumbing for dishwasher, one and a half bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over, storage cupboard, radiator, television point, telephone point, double glazed french doors to garden.

UTILITY ROOM: 9'8" X 4'10" (2.95m X 1.47m). Skimmed ceiling, wall and base level units with roll top work surfaces over, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over, tiled splashbacks, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, wall mounted gas boiler, extractor, space for fridge/freezer, double glazed door to side aspect.

STUDY: 9'9" X 7'2" (2.97m X 2.18m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, telephone point.

STAIRS AND LANDING: Skimmed ceiling, access to loft, airing cupboard.

BEDROOM ONE: 14'6" (4.42m) (Including wardrobe) X 11'4" (3.45m) (Excluding wardrobe). Skimmed ceiling, feature double glazed window to front aspect, built in wardrobes giving hanging and shelving space, radiator, television point, telephone point.

EN SUITE: Coved ceiling, double glazed obscured window to front aspect, white suite comprising:- panelled bath built in with shower unit over, pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C. Tiled to principle areas, radiator, shaving light.

BEDROOM TWO: 10' (3.05m) x 10'4" (3.15m) (Excluding wardrobe). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to front aspect, built in wardrobe, television point.

EN SUITE: Skimmed ceiling, double glazed obscured window to front aspect, white suite comprising:- shower cubicle, low level W.C, inset wash hand basin and cupboard under. Radiator, extractor, shaving light.

BEDROOM THREE: 13'10" X 9'5" (4.22m X 2.87m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR: 10'6" X 11' (3.2m X 3.35m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, television point.

BEDROOM FIVE: 10'7" X 6'10" (3.23m X 2.08m). Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

BATHROOM: Skimmed and coved ceiling, double glazed obscured window to rear aspect, white suite comprising:- panelled bath with shower unit over and shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C. Radiator, shaving light, extractor.

GARAGE: 20'2" (Max) X 19' (6.15m (Max) X 5.8m). Twin up and over doors, remote control, power and lighting, eaves storage.

OUTSIDE:

REAR: Paved patio area, decking area, remainder mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders, enclosed by fencing, side access gate, outside lights, outside tap, door to garage.

FRONT: Brushed gravel and stepping stone path to front door, driveway to garage giving off road parking.

Listed by

Chandlers Ford

Countrywide UK Sales - Connells

Reference: 8408753

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Price history

77% since 1998

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	03/11/2005 (20 years ago)	£415,000	+3.8%
Sold	25/04/2003 (23 years ago)	£400,000	+3.4%
Sold	12/06/2002 (24 years ago)	£387,000	+65.4%
Sold	25/09/1998 (27 years ago)	£234,000	—

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
14 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JG	£450,000	19/12/2025	Detached
20 MERLIN WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JB	£450,000	24/11/2025	Detached
Same street 16 BELLFLOWER WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4HN	£825,000	23/11/2023	Detached
18 MERLIN WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JB	£480,000	23/10/2023	Detached
2 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JE	£785,000	04/05/2023	Detached
19 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU	£650,000	15/12/2022	Detached
19 SWALE DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QY	£600,000	12/12/2022	Detached
7 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU	£615,000	07/12/2022	Detached
36 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT	£635,000	02/11/2022	Detached
18 THETFORD GARDENS, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RN	£638,500	02/09/2022	Detached
23 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT	£575,000	06/05/2022	Detached
32 MORGAN LE FAY DRIVE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4JG	£705,000	18/02/2022	Detached
28 TEES CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RU	£455,000	12/01/2022	Detached
26 MERRICK WAY, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4QT	£585,000	23/11/2021	Detached
6 KIELDER CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RL	£460,000	28/10/2021	Detached
22 KIELDER CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, TEST VALLEY, HAMPSHIRE, SO53 4RL	£510,000	20/08/2021	Detached

Street average: £825,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £572,900 (15 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -5%

10y growth 21.4%

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

1y (index) -0.8%

5y (index) 15.4%

10y (index) 35%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,094/mo

Realistic £1,215/mo

Optimistic £1,337/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Test Valley.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Southampton: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View SO53 4HN

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Katrine Crescent	0.1 miles
Shop	Tesco Express	0.9 miles
Shop	March Hair	0.9 miles
Train station	Chandler's Ford	1.0 miles
Train station	Monks Brook Halt	2.7 miles
University	South Academic Block	4.3 miles
University	Archers Road Halls	5.1 miles
Hospital	Royal South Hants Urgent Treatment Centre	5.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	19
Public order	9
Anti-social behaviour	7
Criminal damage and arson	3
Other theft	3
Shoplifting	3
Vehicle crime	2
Bicycle theft	1
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	48

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
Knightwood Primary School	Primary	0.1 miles	Outstanding — 10 Mar 2015
St Francis Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 9 Jun 2024
Hiltingbury Infant School	Primary	1.0 miles	Outstanding — 11 Oct 2023
Hiltingbury Junior School	Primary	1.0 miles	Good — 5 Mar 2023
Chandler's Ford Infant School	Primary	1.1 miles	Good — 5 Jul 2011

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
5 Bed Detached House, Charlecote Drive, SO53	£2,000/mo	5	0.4 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £2,000/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.47%

Max investor price (0.8%) £250,000

Target investor price (1%) £200,000

Gross yield 5.6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 17.9×

Monthly cashflow £82/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 0.8%

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).