Sold Terraced

23 HIGHRIDGE

GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY ME7 3EW

2 beds 1 baths 47 m² Listed 7 Aug 2025 (-383d)

£280,000

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (ME7 3EW)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 23 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY ME7 3EW |
| Price | £280,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £260,000 Mar 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 12/08/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £454/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9273-3053-5208-0465-6200)

## Description

Inside, the property is warm and welcoming, featuring a bright living area, a contemporary fitted kitchen, and a modern bathroom. The real surprise is the conservatory, which creates a seamless flow to the private rear garden — ideal for entertaining or unwinding after a long day.

Outside, the home benefits from two off-road parking spaces right at the front, adding ease to daily life. You're also within easy reach of fantastic local amenities — including Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Anchorians Football and Rugby Clubs, a golf club, and an ice rink.

Commuters will love the proximity to both Rainham and Gillingham railway stations, each offering high-speed services to London, plus excellent road links via the M2 and Medway Tunnel.

Homes in this location rarely come to market, and this one is a must-see for anyone seeking that ideal balance of convenience, quality, and lifestyle.

 Arrange your viewing today and see what this charming home has to offer.

Please quote PA1009 when calling in.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/165460817/1438580) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/165460817/1438581) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #16245814
- **Address:** 23 Highridge, GILLINGHAM, ME7 3EW
- **Certificate Issued:** 14/04/2024
- **Work Completed:** 21/03/2024
- **Items:** 4 window(s), 2 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #16378883
- **Address:** 23 Highridge, GILLINGHAM, ME7 3EW
- **Certificate Issued:** 07/07/2024
- **Work Completed:** 21/03/2024
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 23 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £260,000 | 26/03/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 23 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £166,000 | 27/05/2015 | Semi-detached |
| 23 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £140,000 | 23/04/2010 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 34 HUNTERS WAY, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BS | £450,000 | 05/09/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ | £325,000 | 02/08/2024 | Terraced |
| 1 HERITAGE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EQ | £133,000 | 05/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 18 HERITAGE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EH | £320,000 | 23/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 121 DARLAND AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3AH | £377,000 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ | £375,000 | 16/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 27 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ | £320,000 | 31/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 4 EMBASSY CLOSE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EN | £275,000 | 30/11/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 26 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £385,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 45 HAMELIN ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EX | £188,000 | 28/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 23 ACADEMY DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EG | £375,000 | 06/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 98 DARLAND AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3AR | £442,500 | 28/04/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 10 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £335,000 | 21/04/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 19 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW | £260,000 | 11/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 LEYTON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3DA | £310,000 | 12/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 47 HAMELIN ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EX | £165,000 | 17/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 20 HUNTERS WAY, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BA | £343,000 | 26/08/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £326,667 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £314,179 (14 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £252,791 (130 Terraced, ME7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +10.8%

## 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 Chelmsford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/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 End Terrace, Kings Road, ME5 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 0.75 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,250/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £125,000

*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 £1,250/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.4%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 18.7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-3/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0%

*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:** £5,957/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 3.4%
- **10y growth:** 30.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Medway; Terraced series; as of May 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.1%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.7%
- **10y growth (index):** 37.6%

## 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

Floor area

47 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Last sold

£260,000 Mar 2026

Price per m²

£5,957/m²

Local average

£252,791 (+10.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (29,543 of 33,755)

Street crime

237 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

Lovely Two bedroom House tucked out the way in a cul-de-sac
Lovely size conservatory ideal for relaxing in
High-speed London links from both Rainham & Gillingham Railway stations - Plus easy access to the M2
Darland is one of Medway's premier locations
Contemporary bathroom with neutral décor
Near to the Anchorians sports clubs, Golf course and The Ice Rink
Minutes drive to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre
Low maintainence Garden with Artificial lawn
Two off-road parking spaces directly out front • Near Anchorians sports clubs and golf course
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Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Water: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Heating: Gas, Double glazing
Parking: Driveway
Garden: Private garden
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No

Description

Set in the sought-after location of Darland this lovely two-bedroom home offers a brilliant blend of lifestyle, comfort, and connectivity. Whether you're taking your first step onto the property ladder, looking to downsize in style, or seeking a strong investment, this home has something special to offer.
Inside, the property is warm and welcoming, featuring a bright living area, a contemporary fitted kitchen, and a modern bathroom. The real surprise is the conservatory, which creates a seamless flow to the private rear garden — ideal for entertaining or unwinding after a long day.
Outside, the home benefits from two off-road parking spaces right at the front, adding ease to daily life. You're also within easy reach of fantastic local amenities — including Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Anchorians Football and Rugby Clubs, a golf club, and an ice rink.
Commuters will love the proximity to both Rainham and Gillingham railway stations, each offering high-speed services to London, plus excellent road links via the M2 and Medway Tunnel.
Homes in this location rarely come to market, and this one is a must-see for anyone seeking that ideal balance of convenience, quality, and lifestyle.
 Arrange your viewing today and see what this charming home has to offer.
Please quote PA1009 when calling in.

Listed by

South East

exp world uk limited

Reference: 165460817

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 13/08/2025

Expiry date: 12/08/2035

Current heating cost: £454/year

Potential heating cost: £423/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,500

Recommendations

Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

INSPIRE registered land data is not available for this location yet.

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

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

FENSA Certificate #16245814 Recent

Property Details

Street: 23 Highridge

Town: GILLINGHAM

Postcode: ME7 3EW

Installation Details

Items: 4 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 14/04/2024

Work Completed: 21/03/2024

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #16378883 Recent

Property Details

Street: 23 Highridge

Town: GILLINGHAM

Postcode: ME7 3EW

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 07/07/2024

Work Completed: 21/03/2024

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

86% since 2010

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	26/03/2026 (4 months ago)	£260,000	+56.6%
Sold	27/05/2015 (11 years ago)	£166,000	+18.6%
Sold	23/04/2010 (16 years ago)	£140,000	—

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
34 HUNTERS WAY, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BS	£450,000	05/09/2025	Terraced
9 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ	£325,000	02/08/2024	Terraced
1 HERITAGE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EQ	£133,000	05/12/2023	Terraced
18 HERITAGE DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EH	£320,000	23/11/2023	Terraced
121 DARLAND AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3AH	£377,000	20/10/2023	Terraced
7 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ	£375,000	16/10/2023	Terraced
27 ALLISON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BZ	£320,000	31/05/2023	Terraced
4 EMBASSY CLOSE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EN	£275,000	30/11/2022	Terraced
Same street 26 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW	£385,000	30/09/2022	Semi-detached
45 HAMELIN ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EX	£188,000	28/09/2022	Terraced
23 ACADEMY DRIVE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EG	£375,000	06/05/2022	Terraced
98 DARLAND AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3AR	£442,500	28/04/2022	Terraced
Same street 10 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW	£335,000	21/04/2022	Terraced
Same street 19 HIGHRIDGE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EW	£260,000	11/04/2022	Terraced
19 LEYTON AVENUE, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3DA	£310,000	12/01/2022	Terraced
47 HAMELIN ROAD, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3EX	£165,000	17/09/2021	Terraced
20 HUNTERS WAY, GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, ME7 3BA	£343,000	26/08/2021	Terraced

Street average: £326,667 (3 sales)

Area average: £314,179 (14 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 3.4%

10y growth 30.9%

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

1y (index) -0.1%

5y (index) 14.7%

10y (index) 37.6%

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 Chelmsford: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View ME7 3EW

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Hamelin Road	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Allison Avenue	0.2 miles
Shop	Motorline Nissan	0.2 miles
Shop	Motorline Peugeot	0.2 miles
Train station	Gillingham	1.5 miles
Train station	Fort Apache	2.0 miles
University	Unknown	2.4 miles
Hospital	The Somerfield Hospital	6.7 miles
University	University for the Creative Arts, Maidstone TV Studios	7.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	83
Anti-social behaviour	54
Shoplifting	40
Other theft	16
Criminal damage and arson	12
Vehicle crime	11
Public order	5
Bicycle theft	3
Burglary	3
Drugs	3
Other crime	3
Robbery	3
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	237

Within 1 mile during Jun 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
Danecourt School	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 24 Jun 2019
Featherby Junior School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 21 Sep 2022
St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 29 Apr 2013
The Robert Napier School	Secondary	0.8 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Featherby Infant and Nursery School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 26 Mar 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
2 Bed End Terrace, Kings Road, ME5	£1,250/mo	2	0.75 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,250/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.45%

Max investor price (0.8%) £156,250

Target investor price (1%) £125,000

Gross yield 5.4%

Cost-to-rent ratio 18.7×

Monthly cashflow £-3/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -0%

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).