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Elton Cottage

THE GREEN, BRISTOL, IRON ACTON, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE BS37 9TQ

3 beds 2 baths 111 m² Listed 16 May 2024 (-739d)

£500,000

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# 3 bedroom cottage for sale (BS37 9TQ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | ELTON COTTAGE, THE GREEN, BRISTOL, IRON ACTON, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE BS37 9TQ |
| Price | £500,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | E |
| Last sold | £490,000 Dec 2024 |

## Description

This property is offered with no onward chain, providing a smooth transition for the new owners. Relax in the cozy ambiance of the lounge, complete with a log burner, perfect for those chilly evenings. Entertain in style in the dining room, featuring an original working fireplace and a charming original working pantry. Discover a fully fitted kitchen, offering modern amenities and functionality for culinary adventures, including a feature Rayburn stove. Conveniently located utility room and downstairs cloakroom with shower add practicality to daily routines.

Ascend the period staircase to 3 Double Bedrooms,  which provide ample space for family and guests, each exuding its own unique charm. A spacious bathroom awaits where you can unwind with some bubbles.

Step outside to an enchanting Enclosed and Secluded Rear garden retreat, offering privacy and tranquility for outdoor activities and relaxation.  Benefit from a garage and car port, providing ample space for vehicles and additional storage needs. With the added convenience of off-street parking, you can ensure ample space for 5/6 vehicles for residents and guests.

Freehold - Enjoy the peace of mind of owning your land outright.

Location

Iron Acton is located 9 miles outside of Bristol and has a real community feel. Boasting two country pubs, it is surrounded by lots of great walks on the nearby Frome Valley Walkway and fields.

Both Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway train stations are close, and you have perfect motorway access to the M32, M4 and M5.

Southmead Hospital can be reached within 8 miles and the area is well catered for in the way of schooling, with a number of Ofsted rated 'Good' and 'Excellent' schools close by.

Council Tax Band E

Approx £2823pa

South Gloucestershire Local Authority

Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming period cottage your own. Schedule a viewing today and embark on a journey to embrace the idyllic village lifestyle in Iron Acton.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/148047653/356261) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/148047653/356265) - EPC 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| ELTON COTTAGE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ | £490,000 | 06/12/2024 | Detached |
| ELTON COTTAGE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ | £280,000 | 11/11/2005 | Detached |
| ELTON COTTAGE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ | £200,000 | 09/03/2001 | Detached |
| ELTON COTTAGE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ | £135,000 | 19/12/1997 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 9 LATTERIDGE ROAD, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TJ | £680,000 | 14/11/2025 | Detached |
| THE COACH HOUSE HIGH STREET, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9UQ | £1,200,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] WICKHAM HOUSE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ | £540,000 | 23/09/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £540,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £940,000 (2 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £488,384 (39 Detached, BS37, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +2.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,301/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,446/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,591/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £848/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.29% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £180,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £144,600

*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.*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -5.1%
- **10y growth:** 31.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for South Gloucestershire; Detached series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 20.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 45.1%

## 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

Floor area

111 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£490,000 Dec 2024

Local average

£488,384 (+2.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (20,398 of 33,755)

Street crime

11 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Freehold
Garage
Secluded Garden
Off Street Parking
Utility Room
Detached
Cottage
Rural
Character
Car Port

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

This charming period cottage boasts an extended layout, offering generous living space both inside and out. From its quaint exterior to its spacious interiors, this home exudes warmth and character at every turn. Situated in a much sought-after village location in Iron Acton, you will discover a perfect blend of heritage and modern convenience.

This property is offered with no onward chain, providing a smooth transition for the new owners. Relax in the cozy ambiance of the lounge, complete with a log burner, perfect for those chilly evenings. Entertain in style in the dining room, featuring an original working fireplace and a charming original working pantry. Discover a fully fitted kitchen, offering modern amenities and functionality for culinary adventures, including a feature Rayburn stove. Conveniently located utility room and downstairs cloakroom with shower add practicality to daily routines.
Ascend the period staircase to 3 Double Bedrooms, which provide ample space for family and guests, each exuding its own unique charm. A spacious bathroom awaits where you can unwind with some bubbles.

Step outside to an enchanting Enclosed and Secluded Rear garden retreat, offering privacy and tranquility for outdoor activities and relaxation. Benefit from a garage and car port, providing ample space for vehicles and additional storage needs. With the added convenience of off-street parking, you can ensure ample space for 5/6 vehicles for residents and guests.
Freehold - Enjoy the peace of mind of owning your land outright.

Location
Iron Acton is located 9 miles outside of Bristol and has a real community feel. Boasting two country pubs, it is surrounded by lots of great walks on the nearby Frome Valley Walkway and fields.
Both Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway train stations are close, and you have perfect motorway access to the M32, M4 and M5.
Southmead Hospital can be reached within 8 miles and the area is well catered for in the way of schooling, with a number of Ofsted rated 'Good' and 'Excellent' schools close by.

Council Tax Band E
Approx £2823pa
South Gloucestershire Local Authority

Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming period cottage your own. Schedule a viewing today and embark on a journey to embrace the idyllic village lifestyle in Iron Acton.

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EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
2 The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	62	70	147 m²	England and Wales: 1976-1982	Detached
2, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	42	70	119 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
Acton House, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	56	75	362 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Chapel Patch, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	69	84	62 m²	England and Wales: 2003-2006	Detached
Elton Cottage, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	40	79	111 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Lanarca, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	50	62	136 m²	England and Wales: 2012 onwards	Detached
Middle Cottage, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	43	95	52 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Terraced
Penny Farthing, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	76	76	72 m²	—	Detached
Rustic Villa, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	60	75	100 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
South View Cottage, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	52	77	145 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
South View Cottage, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	45	83	126 m²	England and Wales: before 1900	Detached
Two Wheels, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	73	73	105 m²	—	Detached
Wickham House, The Green, Iron Acton, BRISTOL	48	75	113 m²	England and Wales: 1976-1982	Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

263% since 1997

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	06/12/2024 (1 year ago)	£490,000	+75%
Sold	11/11/2005 (20 years ago)	£280,000	+40%
Sold	09/03/2001 (25 years ago)	£200,000	+48.1%
Sold	19/12/1997 (28 years ago)	£135,000	—

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
9 LATTERIDGE ROAD, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TJ	£680,000	14/11/2025	Detached
THE COACH HOUSE HIGH STREET, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9UQ	£1,200,000	30/11/2023	Detached
Same street WICKHAM HOUSE THE GREEN, IRON ACTON, BRISTOL, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, BS37 9TQ	£540,000	23/09/2022	Semi-detached

Street average: £540,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £940,000 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -5.1%

10y growth 31.1%

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

1y (index) -0.3%

5y (index) 20.1%

10y (index) 45.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,301/mo

Realistic £1,446/mo

Optimistic £1,591/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Gloucestershire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Gloucester: £848/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

Latteridge Road

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	The White Hart	0.2 miles
Shop	Iron Acton Garden Centre	0.4 miles
Shop	MC Motorcycles	1.2 miles
Train station	Yate	1.7 miles
Hospital	Emersons Green NHS Treatment Centre	3.4 miles
Train station	Bristol Parkway	4.2 miles
Hospital	Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre	4.4 miles
University	School of Architecture and Environment	5.0 miles
University	University of the West of England (Frenchay Campus)	5.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	6
Other theft	2
Burglary	1
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Total incidents	11

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Iron Acton Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 7 Feb 2014
North Road Community Primary School	Primary	1.4 miles	Good — 4 Dec 2022
Watermore Primary School	Primary	1.4 miles	Good — 25 Mar 2024
Vinney Green Secure Unit	Other	1.5 miles	— (No rating)
Frampton Cotterell Church of England Primary School	Primary	1.5 miles	Good — 3 Jul 2012

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.29%

Max investor price (0.8%) £180,750

Target investor price (1%) £144,600

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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