Sold STC Semi-detached

3 SCHOOL ROAD

HIGH WYCOMBE, PENN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP10 8EF

3 beds 1 baths 1,216 sq ft Listed 28 Apr 2025 (-411d)

£730,000

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (HP10 8EF)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 3 SCHOOL ROAD, HIGH WYCOMBE, PENN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE HP10 8EF |
| Price | £730,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 113 m² |
| Last sold | £695,000 Aug 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 23/04/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £1,336/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £12,600

### Recommendations
- A3 (£1,500 - £2,700)
- 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/0390-2124-4140-2925-5741)

## Description

The three double bedrooms, each featuring fitted cupboards, provide ample space for relaxation and storage. Completing the accommodation is a family bathroom, ensuring that every family member's needs are met. Outside, the property shines with its delightful front and rear gardens - offering a tranquil retreat for sunny afternoons or al fresco dining. With easy access to village amenities, scenic countryside walks, and transport links, this home embodies the best of both worlds - a peaceful sanctuary within reach of urban conveniences. Parking is a breeze with a private driveway leading to a detached garage, providing storage space for vehicles and outdoor equipment. Don't miss the chance to make this charming property your own and experience the joys of suburban living at its finest.

EPC Rating: D

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/161196701/282281) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #5478152
- **Address:** 3 School Road, Penn, HP10 8EF
- **Certificate Issued:** 25/02/2008
- **Work Completed:** 11/02/2008
- **Items:** 2 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 SCHOOL ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8EF | £695,000 | 06/08/2025 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 10 SCHOOL ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8EF | £750,000 | 17/07/2023 | Detached |
| CHERRY TREE COTTAGE 2 CHURCH ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LN | £734,000 | 07/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| LYNDHURST ELM ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LQ | £745,000 | 09/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| ELM COTTAGE 3 ELM ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LF | £890,000 | 27/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £750,000 (1 sale)
**Area average:** £789,667 (3 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £584,168 (24 Semi-detached, HP10, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +25%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,326/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,473/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,620/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Chilterns (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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Clearbrook Close, HP13 | £1,900/mo | 3 | 1.24 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,900/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.26% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £237,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £190,000

*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 £1,900/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 3.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 32×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,190/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -6.7%

*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:** £6,460/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 24.2%
- **10y growth:** 31.7%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Buckinghamshire; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 16.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 29.4%

## 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

113 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£695,000 Aug 2025

Price per m²

£6,460/m²

Local average

£584,168 (+25%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (32,917 of 33,755)

Street crime

42 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Set in this idyllic location just a stones throw from the scenic Penn Common and Tylers Green first school is this delightful semi detached family home
Offering potential to extend and reconfigure STPP
Bright and spacious accommodation throughout to include a welcoming entrance hall and downstairs cloakroom
Three reception rooms
Well equipped kitchen/breakfast room
Three double bedrooms all with fitted cupboards
Family bathroom
Delightful front and rear gardens
Easy access to all village amenities, stunning countryside walks and transport links
Private driveway parking leading to a detached garage

Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Water: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Heating: Gas central
Parking: Garage, Driveway
Garden: Private garden
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

Just a stone's throw away from the picturesque Penn Common and Tylers Green first school, this delightful 3-bedroom semi-detached house offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and modern convenience. Situated in an idyllic location, this family home beckons with the promise of comfortable living. With the potential to extend and reconfigure, subject to planning permission, this property is a canvas waiting to be painted with your personal touch. Step inside to find a bright and spacious interior boasting a warm entrance hall, a convenient downstairs cloakroom, three reception rooms, and a well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room - perfect for hosting family gatherings or quiet mornings.

The three double bedrooms, each featuring fitted cupboards, provide ample space for relaxation and storage. Completing the accommodation is a family bathroom, ensuring that every family member's needs are met. Outside, the property shines with its delightful front and rear gardens - offering a tranquil retreat for sunny afternoons or al fresco dining. With easy access to village amenities, scenic countryside walks, and transport links, this home embodies the best of both worlds - a peaceful sanctuary within reach of urban conveniences. Parking is a breeze with a private driveway leading to a detached garage, providing storage space for vehicles and outdoor equipment. Don't miss the chance to make this charming property your own and experience the joys of suburban living at its finest.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

Hazlemere

Tim Russ & Co. Limited

Reference: 161196701

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 24/04/2025

Expiry date: 23/04/2035

Current heating cost: £1,336/year

Potential heating cost: £642/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £12,600

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

Recommendations

Room-in-roof insulation (£1,500 - £2,700)
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

All

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #5478152

Property Details

Street: 3 School Road

Town: Penn

Postcode: HP10 8EF

Installation Details

Items: 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 25/02/2008

Work Completed: 11/02/2008

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	06/08/2025 (10 months ago)	£695,000	—

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 10 SCHOOL ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8EF	£750,000	17/07/2023	Detached
CHERRY TREE COTTAGE 2 CHURCH ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LN	£734,000	07/10/2022	Semi-detached
LYNDHURST ELM ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LQ	£745,000	09/09/2022	Semi-detached
ELM COTTAGE 3 ELM ROAD, PENN, HIGH WYCOMBE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, HP10 8LF	£890,000	27/08/2021	Semi-detached

Street average: £750,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £789,667 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 24.2%

10y growth 31.7%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Buckinghamshire. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -0.4%

5y (index) 16.2%

10y (index) 29.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,326/mo

Realistic £1,473/mo

Optimistic £1,620/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Buckinghamshire.

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

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View HP10 8EF

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Village Shop on the Green	0.1 miles
Shop	JJ's Delicatessen	0.1 miles
Bus stop	The Pond	0.1 miles
Train station	High Wycombe	2.2 miles
University	Buckinghamshire New University (Wycombe Campus)	2.6 miles
Hospital	Wycombe General Hospital	2.7 miles
Train station	Beaconsfield	2.7 miles
University	National Film and Television School	3.2 miles
Hospital	Amersham Hospital	3.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	19
Anti-social behaviour	8
Vehicle crime	5
Criminal damage and arson	3
Burglary	2
Other crime	2
Drugs	1
Possession of weapons	1
Public order	1
Total incidents	42

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Tylers Green First School	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 6 Mar 2015
Tylers Green Middle School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 23 Oct 2010
Ash Hill Primary School	Primary	0.7 miles	Requires improvement — 2 Jul 2023
Manor Farm Community Infant School	Primary	0.7 miles	Good — 14 Jul 2011
Manor Farm Junior School	Primary	0.8 miles	Inadequate — 6 Dec 2021

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 Semi-Detached House, Clearbrook Close, HP13	£1,900/mo	3	1.24 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,900/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.26%

Max investor price (0.8%) £237,500

Target investor price (1%) £190,000

Gross yield 3.1%

Cost-to-rent ratio 32×

Monthly cashflow £-1,190/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -6.7%

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).